REHABILITATION OF WIDOWS

Looking after war widows referred to as Veer Naris is the core focus of AWWA. Because of the nature of an armyman’s job nearly 1200 widows are added to our fold every year. While their dues and pensions are taken care of by the organization, AWWA provides the much required emotional and moral support to the widows to help them cope with their loss while also addressing any concerns that they may have. AWWA plays an important role in making sure that an army widow does not feel abandoned at any point in time.

HOW DO WE DO THIS?

• An ex-gratia payment of Rs 15000/- is made by AWWA to the veer nari immediately on the occurrence of death.
• Depending on where the veer nari is residing, a geographically co-located army unit normally adopts her and looks after her needs. The first lady of the Unit takes the lead in providing succor to the veer nari. AWWA maintains a record of veer naris with the help of DIAV.
• It reaches out to the veer naris on a regular basis. AWWA functionaries visit the lady when a casualty occurs.
• It makes the veer naris aware of their dues and benefits
• AWWA acts as a mediator or a channel of communication between the veer naris and the official set up of the Indian army for the settlement of their issues.
• Veer naris are invited to AWWA day functions, regimental reunions and other important functions.
• Regular health camps are organized for the veer naris.
• AWWA gives education grants to the veer nari and her children as also a lump sum for the marriage of the daughter.
• Whenever a job vacancy arises in the AWWA ventures, preference is given to veer naris and their children.