HONOUR BOARD SELFLESS SERVICE

                                                    Driven by Passion for Veterans   In a solemn and prestigious ceremony at Secunderabad Cantonment, General Upendra Dwivedi, PVSM, AVSM Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), conferred the Veterans Achievers Award upon distinguished veterans in recognition of their outstanding contributions to society. One of the award recipient, Naik Lingala Jagan Reddy (Retd), has demonstrated exceptional commitment to social service and nation-building beyond military career.   Naik Lingala Jagan Reddy (Retd) has been a driving force in addressing the challenges faced by Ex-Servicemen. His in-depth analysis and unwavering efforts led him to become a founding member of the National Ex-Servicemen Coordination Committee (NExCC), an organization officially recognized by the Government of India. Due to his hard work and...

Friend in need is a Friend Indeed Colonel Jaswant Singh Chandel, VSM,  is a remarkable individual whose life story reflects the true essence of service, sacrifice, and compassion. A proud Army veteran, he dedicated 40 years of his life to the service of the nation. Throughout his distinguished military career, he exemplified courage, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to duty. Upon retiring from active service, Colonel Chandel returned to his roots to Village Kalol, District Bilaspur (HP), choosing a life of selfless service to others that has since touched countless lives. In the quiet serenity of his village, he has become a beacon of hope for those in need. In the memory of his ‘Late Daughter Manjusha’, who tragically passed away at a young age, he has channelled his grief into a powerful force for good. Her untimely departure became the catalyst for his deep involvement in community welfare, and he decided to dedicate his post-military years to giving back in ways that wo...

  Passionate care of Veterans   A veteran officer of rare dedication and compassion, Col G S Mann (Retd) epitomizes the true spirit of selfless service and leadership beyond the uniform. Post retirement, he took on the significant responsibility of managing 56 guest rooms and an old age home in October 2018, and has since worked tirelessly—day and night—in the service of the defence fraternity.   With unmatched sincerity and a never-say-no attitude, Col Mann has single-handedly overseen the smooth functioning of all guest room operations. Whether for official visits, medical emergencies, or family needs, he ensures that every request is fulfilled—even going the extra mile to arrange accommodation at alternative locations when needed. Under his stewardship, the guest rooms have seen constant upgrades, with high standards of cleanliness and comfort. The well-manicured gardens, adorned with award-winning flower pots, reflect his aesthetic sense and attention to detail....

  A Champion of Environmental Change   Colonel PS Bindra, a dynamic leader and a relentless force in environmental conservation, serves as the Brand Ambassador of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in Karnal, Haryana. His commitment to sustainable development has made a significant impact on waste management, green initiatives, and clean energy production. An alumnus of UP Sainik School, Lucknow, Col Bindra is an engine of power, driven by full "josh" in his mission to bring transformation through Parivartan and BluVentr.   One of his ground breaking initiatives is the Seed Ball Revolution in schools across Karnal and Pilibhit, where students actively participate in creating and dispersing seed balls, contributing to reforestation efforts. His innovative approach has instilled environmental responsibility among young minds and inspired numerous institutions to adopt similar projects.   Taking his vision further, Col Bindra has now initiated a biogas plant in Gaushala, Pho...

Empowering Mewar's Youth: A Journey of Mentorship and Success   "It all began nine years ago when I superannuated. I made a conscious decision to decline re-employment and resisted the temptation of a second stint in the corporate world. My reasons were deeply personal. Having served as the Group Commander of NCC Group Udaipur, in my last posting, I was reluctant to leave Udaipur again. This marked the beginning of a new chapter in my life." "During my tenure as Group Commander, I noticed that very few NCC cadets from Rajasthan Directorate were able to clear the NCC special entry. I took it upon myself to mentor and groom young aspirants from the Mewar region. Initially, a few students approached me, and soon, a customized coaching program was developed. Interacting with the cadets revealed that traditional 14-day coaching capsules offered by professional academies wouldn't suffice. These students, hailing from humble backgrounds, required extended practi...

     CHAMPION OF PATRIOTISM IN OLIVE GREEN   Lt. Col. Krishan Lal Ghumman’s 's life was a shining example of service and sacrifice. Commissioned on March 14, 1971, he joined the 7 Punjab regiment/8 Mechanized Regiment, and had the privilege of serving his nation during the operations. As a war-wounded veteran of the 1971 war, he embodied the spirit of service and sacrifice. After retiring from the army, Lt. Col. Krishan Lal founded Mothers' International Public School in Mawana, Meerut, driven by a vision to serve the nation through education. His school was built on the ethos of love for the underprivileged and respect for humanity. Though his life was cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic, his legacy lives on. His wife, Mrs. Sarabjit Ghumman, a dedicated teacher of Physics and Chemistry at the prestigious Sophia Girls' School, Meerut Cantt. widely acclaimed as the best school of not only Meerut but also Western U.P. With a teaching career spanning 34 years, sh...

  SEEKING SOLACE IN SERVING   Col Padmanabhan P, a native of Kannur was commissioned into Regiment of Artillery on 13 Dec 1980 from Indian Military Academy. He is a native of Kannur, Kerala. After retirement from the Army, he joined LIONS INTERNATIONAL, and was actively involved in organising social services for the underprivileged at various capacities. As an Additional Cabinet Secretary (Diabetes), he managed Rs 30 Lakh for creating a mobile Retinopathy vehicle to conduct free diagnosis of 3.17 lakh poor patients suffering from Diabetic Retinopathy within five Revenue Districts of Malabar. He managed to procure CSR fund worth more than Rs 17 lakhs to procure CT SCAN machine for District Hospital Kannur, made functional with the support of L& T Infotech Hyderabad. He managed to purchase six seaters electric buggy for MALABAR CANCER HOSPITAL CENTRE Thalassery (Kannur) for the conveyance of very poor patients and by standers within the hospital premises. Other...

  03 April 2019  -  03 April 2025 HONOURING FAUJIS DOING SELFLESS SOCIAL SERVICE TO SOCIETY  Inspiring Future generations! On the occasion of the sixth anniversary,  Help and Serve Public Charitable Trust  is launching a new program of honouring the Faujis who are doing  Selfless Social Service  and giving back to the society. This includes veterans and spouses of Army, Navy, Air Force .    The details will be published on the website -  www.helpandserve.in  ,a blog, Facebook and LinkedIn pages of the website.    This would be    followed by an    interview*.    There are many  people who are doing their best but go unrecognized. This is a tribute to the unsung warriors a nd Motivation for  younger generations.  In case  YOU  or someone  you know , would like to publish, please send a one page write up to        info@helpandserve.in  ...