About Us

About the Organisation

War Widows Association is a registered organization under the Society Registration Act of 1860 (Registration No. 5230 of 1971-1972), established in 1971 to serve the families of Indian defence personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. For over 52 years, we have been working relentlessly in the service of Veer Naries (war widows).

We function as an institutional body that bridges the gap between the families of martyrs and the support systems available to them. Our work encompasses welfare assistance, legal support, financial guidance, educational support, and advocacy at various levels of governance. We are essentially a pressure group that responds to queries and requests from war widows who want their rights to be honoured.

The organization is committed to maintaining the highest standards of service, transparency, and accountability in all its operations. We operate with the understanding that the families we serve deserve nothing less than the dignity and respect accorded to their loved ones who served the nation. War Widows Association has received consultative status with ECOSOC (United Nations Economic and Social Council), enabling us to participate in ECOSOC meetings at the United Nations, New York.

Legal Standing & Recognition

War Widows Association is registered under the Society Registration Act of 1860, Registration No. 5230 of 1971-1972. We maintain formal recognition and working relationships with:

• Ministry of Defence, Government of India
• Defence establishments and units
• State and central government welfare departments
• Ex-servicemen organizations and other organizations working for widows and marginalized sections
• ECOSOC (United Nations Economic and Social Council) - Consultative Status

Our organization adheres to all regulatory requirements and maintains proper documentation and records of all activities and transactions. We play the role of a support group ensuring that widows and their families are able to access all their entitlements, pension and other benefits.

Core Values

Discipline

We operate with the same discipline and structure that characterizes the defence forces, ensuring systematic and reliable service delivery.

Dignity

Every interaction and service is conducted with the utmost respect for the dignity of war widows and their families.

Service

Our commitment to service reflects the selfless dedication of the martyrs we honor, ensuring comprehensive support for those in need.

Our Team & Leadership

Executive Committee Members of WWA for 2022–2025

Dr. Mrs. V Mohini Giri

Chairperson

Padma Bhushan. Leading the organisation since 1971.

Mrs. Damayanti V Tambay

President

Arjuna Award 1970. Relationships nurtured with patience and trust.

Mrs. Raj Sharma

Vice President

Veer Nari. "WWA is a ray of hope for all who need us."

Mrs. Devyanti Devi

Vice President

Mrs. Anjali Karkare

General Secretary

Mrs. Pammi Bharadwaj

Joint Secretary

V S Shekhawat

Treasurer

Mrs. Lakshmi Mini

Member

Dr. (Maj) Mrs. Deblina Naithani

Member

Mrs. Vichitra Dargan Anand

Member

Mrs. Paramjeet Khanna

Member

Our Patrons

Mrs. Sunita Dwivedi, President AWWA
Mrs. Sarita Singh, President AFWWA
Mrs. Shashi Tripathi, President NWWA
Lt. Gen Shankar Prasad PVSM, VSM (Retd)
Lt. Gen V G Khandare PVSM, AVSM, SM (Retd)

Our Advisors

Mrs. Meera Khanna
Mrs. Ashali Varma
Mrs. Ambreen Zaidi (Media Advisor)
Dr. Ramakant Dwivedi (Defence Analyst)
Cdr. R W Pathak I.N. (Retd)

Consultant & Staff

Consultant: Dr. Mrs. Jyotsna Chatterji

Administrative Officer: Mrs. Poonam Katoch

Office Incharge: Mr. Jagat Singh Saini

Accounts Officer: Mr. Anil Goel

Office & Administration

Mrs. Poonam Katoch

Administrative Officer

Mr. Jagat Singh Saini

Office Incharge

Mr. Anil Goel

Accounts Officer

Governance & Accountability

War Widows Association operates under a structured governance framework that ensures transparency, accountability, and effective management of all organizational activities. Our governing body, office bearers, and advisors work collectively to maintain institutional standards and fulfill our commitment to serving war widows and their families.

All organizational decisions, financial matters, and program implementations are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures. We maintain proper documentation, regular audits, and transparent reporting mechanisms to ensure accountability to our stakeholders, including war widows, government bodies, and the public.