<p>The PM CARES fund's closing balance rose from ₹7,173 crore in 2023-24 to ₹8,452 crore in 2024-25, according to the latest audit report updated by the Union Government and released on August 17, 2026. Of the closing balance, ₹7,846 crore was in fixed deposits and ₹ 605 crore in savings bank accounts, the report said. Around ₹475 crore was earned as interest from fixed deposits. The fund spent ₹87.8 lakh on the PM CARES for Children Scheme during 2024-25, sharply down from ₹15,37 crore in the previous period.&nbsp;</p><p>The Congress Party on Tuesday criticised the government, calling out for using “only 0.01 per cent” of the ₹8,452 crore despite the need for relief and natural calamities.&nbsp;</p><p>"Only 0.01% of the ₹8,452 crore available has been utilised — even as natural calamities devastate communities across the country and thousands need relief and rehabilitation. Rs 8,452 crore sitting idle while people suffer. PM CARES? Hardly," said Congress leader Pawan Khera in a post on the social media platform X.&nbsp;</p><p>The government has maintained that the fund can be used as a financial cushion which can be tapped when emergencies arise. However, social activist and transparency advocate Anjali Bhardwaj has flagged issues related to “secrecy” over the source of the funds. Major state-run companies used their Corporate Social Responsibility budgets to fund PM CARES. Top contributors include ONGC, NTPC, Power Grid Corporation, Indian Oil (IOC), and Power Finance Corporation. It is a paradox of "private" trust primarily backed by state-linked entities. &nbsp;PM CARES is not audited by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. Instead, it uses private chartered accountants, due to its private status, which is why it is also kept out of the ambit of the Right to Information.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/satyendar-jain-arrested-delhi-jal-board-scam-1787068144297"><strong>AAP leader Satyendar Jain and 5 others arrested in alleged ₹1.94-crore Delhi Jal Board scam</strong></a></p><p>“324 crore was refunded by implementing agencies - but no info on what these payments were for and why these were refunded? Which agency refunded? Were refunds done to evade accountability for faulty equipment?”, Bharadwaj wrote in a post on X. “Why have accompanying notes to the audit report not been uploaded?”, she added.</p><p>Congress Kerala unit has raised questions, supposedly showing several Chinese tech companies donating heavily to the PM CARES Fund. “Why are Chinese companies, particularly close to the Chinese Communist Party, paying PM Modi to his private fund?”, the Congress’s Kerala unit asked.</p><p>It added: “Is this the reason why he was silent when China occupied 4067 km2 in Ladakh? Is this the reason why he is silent on the land grab happening in Arunachal Pradesh?”&nbsp;</p><p>“Modi govt owes India 3 answers: Who donated? Why is it not being spent? Why is it still hidden from public audit?” Kushagra Saxena, a spokesperson for the Congress, said.</p><p>While critics on Social media question the almost-two-year delay in filing the audit, suggesting that even private charitable funds are subject to audit rules and have to be audited by an ICAI-registered firm. Others questioned the absence of a Unique Document Identification Number (UDIN) and the ₹324 crore refunded by implementing agencies.</p>

The PM CARES Fund balance rose to ₹8,452 crore in 2024-25, with Congress questioning low spending, audit transparency and ₹324 crore in refunds.

The PM CARES fund's closing balance rose from ₹7,173 crore in 2023-24 to ₹8,452 crore in 2024-25, according to the latest audit report updated by the Union Government and released on August 17, 2026. Of the closing balance, ₹7,846 crore was in fixed deposits and ₹ 605 crore in savings bank accounts, the report said. Around ₹475 crore was earned as interest from fixed deposits. The fund spent ₹87.8 lakh on the PM CARES for Children Scheme during 2024-25, sharply down from ₹15,37 crore in the previous period. The Congress Party on Tuesday criticised the government, calling out for using “only 0.01 per cent” of the ₹8,452 crore despite the need for relief and natural calamities. "Only 0.01% of the ₹8,452 crore available has been utilised — even as natural calamities devastate communities across the country and thousands need relief and rehabilitation. Rs 8,452 crore sitting idle while people suffer. PM CARES? Hardly," said Congress leader Pawan Khera in a post on the social media platform X. The government has maintained that the fund can be used as a financial cushion which can be tapped when emergencies arise. However, social activist and transparency advocate Anjali Bhardwaj has flagged issues related to “secrecy” over the source of the funds. Major state-run companies used their Corporate Social Responsibility budgets to fund PM CARES. Top contributors include ONGC, NTPC, Power Grid Corporation, Indian Oil (IOC), and Power Finance Corporation. It is a paradox of "private" trust primarily backed by state-linked entities. PM CARES is not audited by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. Instead, it uses private chartered accountants, due to its private status, which is why it is also kept out of the ambit of the Right to Information. Also Read: AAP leader Satyendar Jain and 5 others arrested in alleged ₹1.94-crore Delhi Jal Board scam “324 crore was refunded by implementing agencies - but no info on what these payments were for and why these were refunded? Which agency refunded? Were refunds done to evade accountability for faulty equipment?”, Bharadwaj wrote in a post on X. “Why have accompanying notes to the audit report not been uploaded?”, she added. Congress Kerala unit has raised questions, supposedly showing several Chinese tech companies donating heavily to the PM CARES Fund. “Why are Chinese companies, particularly close to the Chinese Communist Party, paying PM Modi to his private fund?”, the Congress’s Kerala unit asked. It added: “Is this the reason why he was silent when China occupied 4067 km2 in Ladakh? Is this the reason why he is silent on the land grab happening in Arunachal Pradesh?” “Modi govt owes India 3 answers: Who donated? Why is it not being spent? Why is it still hidden from public audit?” Kushagra Saxena, a spokesperson for the Congress, said. While critics on Social media question the almost-two-year delay in filing the audit, suggesting that even private charitable funds are subject to audit rules and have to be audited by an ICAI-registered firm. Others questioned the absence of a Unique Document Identification Number (UDIN) and the ₹324 crore refunded by implementing agencies.

<p>The PM CARES Fund balance rose to ₹8,452 crore in 2024-25, with Congress questioning low spending, audit transparency and ₹324 crore in refunds.</p>

PM CARES Fund balance rises to ₹8,452 crore as Congress questions spending

<p>As the daily COVID-19 cases surged to a staggering record-high level, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reviewed the availability and supply of ventilators, oxygen and medicines to fight this pandemic and called for utilising the entire national capacity across private and public sectors to produce vaccines, amid concerns in various states about lack of these essentials.</p>

<p>Chairing a meeting to review the status of preparedness to handle the COVID-19 situation, Modi said local administrations needed to be proactive and sensitive to people's concerns.</p>

<p>These remarks assume significance in the backdrop of reports of COVID-19 patients and their families accusing the authorities in several states of apathy in providing treatment.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-faces-shortage-of-oxygen-hospital-beds-as-city-records-24000-cases-in-24-hours-kejriwal-378235" hreflang="en">Delhi faces shortage of oxygen, hospital beds as city records 24,000 cases in 24 hours: Kejriwal</a></strong></p>

<p>Modi said there is no substitute for 'testing, tracking and treatment', and that early testing and proper tracking remain key to reducing mortality.</p>

<p>"Together India had defeated COVID-19 last year and India can do it again, with the same principles but faster speed and coordination," he said.</p>

<p>Directing officials to ensure close coordination with states, he said all necessary measures must be taken to ramp up the availability of hospital beds for COVID patients and that additional supply of beds through temporary hospitals and isolation centres should be ensured.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-vaccination-coverage-nears-120-million-378139" hreflang="en">India's vaccination coverage nears 120 million</a></strong></p>

<p>He also spoke about a need to utilise the full potential of India's pharmaceutical industry to meet the rising demand of various medicines and reviewed the status of the supply of Remdesivir and other medicines.</p>

<p>On the issue of vaccination, the prime minister directed all officials to make efforts to utilize the entire national capacity, in the public as well as the private sector, to ramp up vaccine production.</p>

<p>Later in a tweet, Modi said, "Reviewed preparedness to handle the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Aspects relating to medicines, oxygen, ventilators and vaccination were discussed. Like we did last year, we will successfully fight COVID with even greater speed and coordination."</p>

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<p>The meeting came in the midst of a huge surge in COVID-19 cases across the country with reports pouring in from many states about the shortage of hospital facilities and essentials like oxygen supply.</p>

<p>The prime minister has been holding meetings with chief ministers and officials on a regular basis to discuss the situation and take measures to curb the pandemic.</p>

<p>A record single-day rise of 2,34,692 cases and 1,341 fatalities have pushed India's COVID-19 tally to 1,45,26,609 and the death toll due to the viral disease to 1,75,649, the health ministry said earlier on Saturday. The number of active coronavirus cases in the country has also surpassed the 16-lakh mark, the ministry's data updated at 8 am showed.</p>

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<p>Registering a steady increase for the 38th day in a row, the tally of active COVID-19 cases has climbed to 16,79,740 in the country, accounting for 11.56 per cent of its total caseload, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has dropped to 87.23 per cent.</p>

<p>In the meeting, Modi was joined by Cabinet Secretary, Principal Secretary to PM, Union Home Secretary, Union Health Secretary and the Pharmaceutical Secretary, among others while Dr V K Paul, Member, Niti Aayog, was also present.</p>

<p>An official statement said Modi was briefed on actions taken to address the issue of the availability of Remdesivir.</p>

<p>"Through the efforts of the government, capacity and production augmentation for manufacturing of Remdesivir has been ramped up to provide around 74.10 lakh vials/month in May while the normal production output in January-February being just 27-29 lakh vials/month," it noted.</p>

<p>Supplies have also increased from 67,900 vials on 11th April going up to over 2,06,000 vials on 15th April 2021 which are being particularly focused on states with high caseload and high demand, it added. Modi took note of the ramped-up production capacity and directed that issues relating to real-time supply chain management to states.</p>

<p>The prime minister directed that the use of Remdesivir and other medicines must be in accordance with approved medical guidelines and that their misuse and black marketing must be strictly curbed.</p>

<p>On the issue of the supply of medical oxygen, Modi directed that the installation of approved medical oxygen plants should be sped up.</p>

<p>According to the statement, 162 PSA oxygen plants are being installed in 32 states and UTs from the PM CARES fund. Modi was informed that one lakh cylinders are being procured and will be supplied to states soon.</p>

<p>The statement said officials told Modi that they are in constant touch with 12 high burden states in assessing the current and future requirement of medical oxygen. A supply mapping plan for 12 high burden states till April 30 has also been undertaken.</p>

<p>Modi also said that the supply of oxygen required for the production of medicines and equipment necessary to handle the pandemic should also be ensured.</p>

<p>Reviewing the status of availability and supply of ventilators, Modi noted that a real-time monitoring system has been created, and directed that state government concerned should be sensitized to use the system pro-actively.</p>


As the daily COVID-19 cases surged to a staggering record-high level, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reviewed the availability and supply of ventilators, oxygen and medicines to fight this pandemic and called for utilising the entire national capacity across private and public sectors to produce vaccines, amid concerns in various states about lack of these essentials.

As the daily COVID-19 cases surged to a staggering record-high level, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reviewed the availability and supply of ventilators, oxygen and medicines to fight this pandemic and called for utilising the entire national capacity across private and public sectors to produce vaccines, amid concerns in various states about lack of these essentials. Chairing a meeting to review the status of preparedness to handle the COVID-19 situation, Modi said local administrations needed to be proactive and sensitive to people's concerns. These remarks assume significance in the backdrop of reports of COVID-19 patients and their families accusing the authorities in several states of apathy in providing treatment. Also read | Delhi faces shortage of oxygen, hospital beds as city records 24,000 cases in 24 hours: Kejriwal Modi said there is no substitute for 'testing, tracking and treatment', and that early testing and proper tracking remain key to reducing mortality. "Together India had defeated COVID-19 last year and India can do it again, with the same principles but faster speed and coordination," he said. Directing officials to ensure close coordination with states, he said all necessary measures must be taken to ramp up the availability of hospital beds for COVID patients and that additional supply of beds through temporary hospitals and isolation centres should be ensured. Also read | India's vaccination coverage nears 120 million He also spoke about a need to utilise the full potential of India's pharmaceutical industry to meet the rising demand of various medicines and reviewed the status of the supply of Remdesivir and other medicines. On the issue of vaccination, the prime minister directed all officials to make efforts to utilize the entire national capacity, in the public as well as the private sector, to ramp up vaccine production. Later in a tweet, Modi said, "Reviewed preparedness to handle the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Aspects relating to medicines, oxygen, ventilators and vaccination were discussed. Like we did last year, we will successfully fight COVID with even greater speed and coordination." Reviewed preparedness to handle the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Aspects relating to medicines, oxygen, ventilators and vaccination were discussed. Like we did last year, we will successfully fight COVID with even greater speed and coordination. https://t.co/cxhTxLtxJa — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 17, 2021 × Also read | COVID-19 double mutant now most prevalent variant in India: Report The meeting came in the midst of a huge surge in COVID-19 cases across the country with reports pouring in from many states about the shortage of hospital facilities and essentials like oxygen supply. The prime minister has been holding meetings with chief ministers and officials on a regular basis to discuss the situation and take measures to curb the pandemic. A record single-day rise of 2,34,692 cases and 1,341 fatalities have pushed India's COVID-19 tally to 1,45,26,609 and the death toll due to the viral disease to 1,75,649, the health ministry said earlier on Saturday. The number of active coronavirus cases in the country has also surpassed the 16-lakh mark, the ministry's data updated at 8 am showed. Also read | India witnesses biggest spike with 2,34,692 coronavirus cases in 24 hours Registering a steady increase for the 38th day in a row, the tally of active COVID-19 cases has climbed to 16,79,740 in the country, accounting for 11.56 per cent of its total caseload, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has dropped to 87.23 per cent. In the meeting, Modi was joined by Cabinet Secretary, Principal Secretary to PM, Union Home Secretary, Union Health Secretary and the Pharmaceutical Secretary, among others while Dr V K Paul, Member, Niti Aayog, was also present. An official statement said Modi was briefed on actions taken to address the issue of the availability of Remdesivir. "Through the efforts of the government, capacity and production augmentation for manufacturing of Remdesivir has been ramped up to provide around 74.10 lakh vials/month in May while the normal production output in January-February being just 27-29 lakh vials/month," it noted. Supplies have also increased from 67,900 vials on 11th April going up to over 2,06,000 vials on 15th April 2021 which are being particularly focused on states with high caseload and high demand, it added. Modi took note of the ramped-up production capacity and directed that issues relating to real-time supply chain management to states. The prime minister directed that the use of Remdesivir and other medicines must be in accordance with approved medical guidelines and that their misuse and black marketing must be strictly curbed. On the issue of the supply of medical oxygen, Modi directed that the installation of approved medical oxygen plants should be sped up. According to the statement, 162 PSA oxygen plants are being installed in 32 states and UTs from the PM CARES fund. Modi was informed that one lakh cylinders are being procured and will be supplied to states soon. The statement said officials told Modi that they are in constant touch with 12 high burden states in assessing the current and future requirement of medical oxygen. A supply mapping plan for 12 high burden states till April 30 has also been undertaken. Modi also said that the supply of oxygen required for the production of medicines and equipment necessary to handle the pandemic should also be ensured. Reviewing the status of availability and supply of ventilators, Modi noted that a real-time monitoring system has been created, and directed that state government concerned should be sensitized to use the system pro-actively.

PM reviews COVID-19 surge, calls for utilising all private, public facilities to ramp up vaccine production

<p>The Centre on Tuesday opposed and sought dismissal of a petition seeking declaration of funds received by the Prime Ministers Citizens Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situation (PM CARES), a public charitable trust created by the government amid the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

<p>Additional Solicitor General Anil Singh told the Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court that the petition, filed by advocate Arvind Waghmare, should be dismissed.</p>

<p>A similar petition against setting up of the PM CARES fund was dismissed by the Supreme Court in April, he informed a division bench of Justices S B Shukre and A S Kilor.</p>

<p>The bench, however, noted that the petition before it was seeking different reliefs, and directed the Union government to file an affidavit in response to the plea within two weeks.</p>

<p>"File an affidavit stating whatever is your (Union government's) stand, the court said.</p>

<p>Waghmare in his petition sought a direction to the government to declare funds received and expenditure of the same on the governments website periodically.</p>

<p>As per the plea, thePMCAREStrust, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as its chairperson and ministers from departments of Defence, Home and Finance as its members, was created with the prime objective of dealing with the emergency or distress caused by the coronavirus.</p>

<p>The trust was created in order to have financial assistance from people in the country and also from overseas to provide relief and assistance to those affected by COVID-19 pandemic, it said.</p>

<p>As per the guidelines of thePMCARESFund, apart from the chairperson and three other trustees, the chairperson had to appoint or nominate three more trustees. However, from the formation of the trust on March 28, 2020 till date no appointment has been made, the petition claimed.</p>

<p>The petition has sought a direction to the government and the trust to appoint or nominate at least two members from opposition parties to have proper check and transparency.</p>

<p>"In order to fortify and strengthen general public's faith and confidence, it is necessary to issue a direction to the government to declare the funds collected by PM CARES trust till date, and how the same have been used for the benefits of citizens affected by coronavirus, the plea said.&nbsp;</p>


The Centre on Tuesday opposed and sought dismissal of a petition seeking declaration of funds received by the Prime Ministers Citizens Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situation (PM CARES), a public charitable trust created by the government amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Centre on Tuesday opposed and sought dismissal of a petition seeking declaration of funds received by the Prime Ministers Citizens Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situation (PM CARES), a public charitable trust created by the government amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Additional Solicitor General Anil Singh told the Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court that the petition, filed by advocate Arvind Waghmare, should be dismissed. A similar petition against setting up of the PM CARES fund was dismissed by the Supreme Court in April, he informed a division bench of Justices S B Shukre and A S Kilor. The bench, however, noted that the petition before it was seeking different reliefs, and directed the Union government to file an affidavit in response to the plea within two weeks. "File an affidavit stating whatever is your (Union government's) stand, the court said. Waghmare in his petition sought a direction to the government to declare funds received and expenditure of the same on the governments website periodically. As per the plea, thePMCAREStrust, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as its chairperson and ministers from departments of Defence, Home and Finance as its members, was created with the prime objective of dealing with the emergency or distress caused by the coronavirus. The trust was created in order to have financial assistance from people in the country and also from overseas to provide relief and assistance to those affected by COVID-19 pandemic, it said. As per the guidelines of thePMCARESFund, apart from the chairperson and three other trustees, the chairperson had to appoint or nominate three more trustees. However, from the formation of the trust on March 28, 2020 till date no appointment has been made, the petition claimed. The petition has sought a direction to the government and the trust to appoint or nominate at least two members from opposition parties to have proper check and transparency. "In order to fortify and strengthen general public's faith and confidence, it is necessary to issue a direction to the government to declare the funds collected by PM CARES trust till date, and how the same have been used for the benefits of citizens affected by coronavirus, the plea said.

Centre opposes in HC plea on declaration of PM CARES funds

<p>Russian Government's main defence export body, Rosoboronexport has donated $2 million for PM CARES Fund formed to deal with the COVID crisis. The money has already been transferred.</p>

<p>As a source said, "Traditionally India has been one of the major partners of Rosoboronexport as of the supplier of military products. Now it is helping India in the humanitarian domain. The amount of donation is $2 million".</p>

<p>Adding, "This is an act of solidarity in countering the new epidemiological threat."</p>

<p>The Citizen Assistance &amp; Relief in Emergency Situations Fund or PM CARES fund, established by the Indian government, has received the donation from Rosoboronexport for the purposes of acquiring the medical equipment and medical protective gear.</p>

<p>Indian Embassy in Moscow has publicized PM CARES Fund widely. In fact, Indian ambassador to Russia D. Bala Venkatesh Varma made a video appeal to publicize PM CARES Fund in Russia.</p>

<p>The last big deal India signed with Rosoboronexport was in October of 2018 for the S400 air defence missile system. Rosoboronexport is the first foreign donor to acknowledge its contribution to PM CARES fund.</p>

<p>Indian govt has announced that PM CARES Fund, being a public charitable trust will accept a contribution from India and abroad &nbsp;"keeping in mind the unprecedented nature of the pandemic"</p>

<p>Rosoboronexport is part of the Russian govt and announcement shows the traditional warm ties both Moscow and New Delhi enjoy. Last month Indian PM Modi and Russian President Putin had spoken on the COVID crisis issue. It was followed by a talk between, Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov during which both sides talked about the close bilateral cooperation in ensuring the welfare of each other’s stranded citizens in their respective countries due to COVID crisis. About 15,000 Indian students in Russia and about 5000 Russian tourists are in India. Later this month, as part of BRICS joint plan to deal with COVID, Health Officials of all BRICS countries will meet via video conference.</p>


Russian Government's main defence export body, Rosoboronexport has donated $2 million for PM CARES Fund formed to deal with the COVID crisis. The money has already been transferred.

Russian Government's main defence export body, Rosoboronexport has donated $2 million for PM CARES Fund formed to deal with the COVID crisis. The money has already been transferred. As a source said, "Traditionally India has been one of the major partners of Rosoboronexport as of the supplier of military products. Now it is helping India in the humanitarian domain. The amount of donation is $2 million". Adding, "This is an act of solidarity in countering the new epidemiological threat." The Citizen Assistance & Relief in Emergency Situations Fund or PM CARES fund, established by the Indian government, has received the donation from Rosoboronexport for the purposes of acquiring the medical equipment and medical protective gear. Indian Embassy in Moscow has publicized PM CARES Fund widely. In fact, Indian ambassador to Russia D. Bala Venkatesh Varma made a video appeal to publicize PM CARES Fund in Russia. The last big deal India signed with Rosoboronexport was in October of 2018 for the S400 air defence missile system. Rosoboronexport is the first foreign donor to acknowledge its contribution to PM CARES fund. Indian govt has announced that PM CARES Fund, being a public charitable trust will accept a contribution from India and abroad "keeping in mind the unprecedented nature of the pandemic" Rosoboronexport is part of the Russian govt and announcement shows the traditional warm ties both Moscow and New Delhi enjoy. Last month Indian PM Modi and Russian President Putin had spoken on the COVID crisis issue. It was followed by a talk between, Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov during which both sides talked about the close bilateral cooperation in ensuring the welfare of each other’s stranded citizens in their respective countries due to COVID crisis. About 15,000 Indian students in Russia and about 5000 Russian tourists are in India. Later this month, as part of BRICS joint plan to deal with COVID, Health Officials of all BRICS countries will meet via video conference.

Russia's main defence export body donates $2 million for PM CARES Fund

<p>Shah Rukh Khan's generous donation towards COVID-19 relief work has been lauded across sectors. The superstar has <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood-news-shah-rukh-khan-pledges-support-to-pm-cares-fund-and-six-other-organisations-to-battle-coronavirus-290262">not only donated to PM CARE fund </a>but also provided PPE kits and provided food and financial assistance to the needy.<br />
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Praising SRK's timely donation, Minister of Public Health and Family Welfare, Maharashtra, Rajesh Tope thanked the actor on Twitter. "Many thanks, Mr Shah Rukh Khan for your kind contribution of 25,000 PPE kits. This will go a long way in supporting our fight against COVID19 and protecting our frontline medical care team," Tope`s tweet on Monday read.<br />
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Responding to this, Khan thanked the Minister for "sourcing the kits" and added that he stood with all the others in this hour of need."Thank you, sir, for all your help to source the kits. We are all together in this endeavor to protect ourselves and humanity. Glad to be of service. May your family and team be safe and healthy," Khan`s response on Twitter read.</p>

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<p>Apart from this, a look at the top actor`s Twitter profile reveals that he has been active in reaching out to the authorities and contributing in every way he can to boost the fight against COVID-19 in multiple locations across the country.<br />
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Earlier last week, the official Twitter handle of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) had thanked him and his wife, Gauri Khan, for offering their "4-storey personal office space to help expand our quarantine capacity equipped with essentials for quarantined children, women and elderly."<br />
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Apart from this the IPL-franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) owner, had also committed to contributing to the PM-CARES Fund and had also donated to Maharashtra, Delhi and West Bengal Chief Minister`s Relief Fund.</p>

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Shah Rukh Khan's generous donation towards COVID-19 relief work has been lauded across sectors. The superstar has not only donated to PM CARE fund but also provided PPE kits and provided food and financial assistance to the needy.

Shah Rukh Khan's generous donation towards COVID-19 relief work has been lauded across sectors. The superstar has not only donated to PM CARE fund but also provided PPE kits and provided food and financial assistance to the needy. Praising SRK's timely donation, Minister of Public Health and Family Welfare, Maharashtra, Rajesh Tope thanked the actor on Twitter. "Many thanks, Mr Shah Rukh Khan for your kind contribution of 25,000 PPE kits. This will go a long way in supporting our fight against COVID19 and protecting our frontline medical care team," Tope`s tweet on Monday read. Responding to this, Khan thanked the Minister for "sourcing the kits" and added that he stood with all the others in this hour of need."Thank you, sir, for all your help to source the kits. We are all together in this endeavor to protect ourselves and humanity. Glad to be of service. May your family and team be safe and healthy," Khan`s response on Twitter read. Thank you sir for all your help to source the kits. We are all together in this endeavour to protect ourselves and humanity. Glad to be of service. May your family & team be safe and healthy. https://t.co/DPAc7ROh7i — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) April 13, 2020 × Apart from this, a look at the top actor`s Twitter profile reveals that he has been active in reaching out to the authorities and contributing in every way he can to boost the fight against COVID-19 in multiple locations across the country. Earlier last week, the official Twitter handle of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) had thanked him and his wife, Gauri Khan, for offering their "4-storey personal office space to help expand our quarantine capacity equipped with essentials for quarantined children, women and elderly." Apart from this the IPL-franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) owner, had also committed to contributing to the PM-CARES Fund and had also donated to Maharashtra, Delhi and West Bengal Chief Minister`s Relief Fund.

Shah Rukh Khan donates 25,000 PPE kits, Maharashtra Health Minister thanks the actor for his 'kind contribution'

<p>After Salman and Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan has now stepped in to contribute to the PM CARE fund in order to combat the coronavirus pandemic.</p>

<p>The actor is the latest entrant to a long list of celebrities who have come forward to contribute to the relief fund that has been initiated by PM Narendra Modi as the lockdown has effected scores of daily wage earners and their livelihoods.<br />
The actor has also made a contribution to Maharashtra CM's relief fund.<br />
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In addition, Aamir will also be extending support to the daily wage workers who were employed in his upcoming film `Laal Singh Chaddha.`<br />
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Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the details about Khan`s donations on Twitter."AamirKhan donates to... #PMCares #Maharashtra Chief Minister Relief Fund, Extended support to the daily wage workers of his forthcoming film #LaalSinghChaddha," tweeted Adarsh.</p>

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⭐ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PMCares?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PMCares</a><br />
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<p>Many other Bollywood actors including superstar Akshay Kumar have donated to the PM-CARES Fund to help the government in fighting the battle against the highly contagious virus.<br />
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With 354 new cases of COVID-19 and eight deaths reported in the last 24 hours, the total count of coronavirus positive cases in the country has gone up to 4,421, said the Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry on Tuesday.</p>


After Salman and Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan has now stepped in to contribute to the PM CARE fund in order to combat the coronavirus pandemic. The actor is the latest entrant to a long list of celebrities who have come forward to contribute to the relief fund that has been initiated by PM Narendra Modi as the lockdown has effected scores of daily wage earners and their livelihoods.

After Salman and Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan has now stepped in to contribute to the PM CARE fund in order to combat the coronavirus pandemic. The actor is the latest entrant to a long list of celebrities who have come forward to contribute to the relief fund that has been initiated by PM Narendra Modi as the lockdown has effected scores of daily wage earners and their livelihoods. The actor has also made a contribution to Maharashtra CM's relief fund. In addition, Aamir will also be extending support to the daily wage workers who were employed in his upcoming film `Laal Singh Chaddha.` Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the details about Khan`s donations on Twitter."AamirKhan donates to... #PMCares #Maharashtra Chief Minister Relief Fund, Extended support to the daily wage workers of his forthcoming film #LaalSinghChaddha," tweeted Adarsh. #AamirKhan donates to... ⭐ #PMCares ⭐ #Maharashtra Chief Minister Relief Fund ⭐ Extended support to the daily wage workers of his forthcoming film #LaalSinghChaddha.#COVID19Pandemic #CoronaVirus #Covid_19 #COVID19 — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 7, 2020 × Many other Bollywood actors including superstar Akshay Kumar have donated to the PM-CARES Fund to help the government in fighting the battle against the highly contagious virus. With 354 new cases of COVID-19 and eight deaths reported in the last 24 hours, the total count of coronavirus positive cases in the country has gone up to 4,421, said the Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry on Tuesday.

Aamir Khan extends financial support to daily wage workers of his film 'Laal Singh Chaddha'

<p>At a time when donations across the world are rising to fight the coronavirus crisis, kids in the Indian state of Gujarat have decided that they don't want to stay behind in this humanitarian gesture.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A few days ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the setting up of Prime Minister's Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM-CARES Fund) and appealed to masses to donate money to deal with any emergency situation, like COVID-19, and provide relief to the affected people.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-urges-citizens-to-light-diyas-candles-on-sunday-at-9-pm-for-9-mins-to-dispel-darkness-brought-by-coronavirus-290268">PM Modi urges citizens to light diyas, candles on Sunday at 9 pm for 9 mins to 'dispel darkness brought by coronavirus'</a></strong></p>

<p>Four-year-old Paris Vyas received the support of many when she told the media that she is donating whatever amount she has saved in her piggy bank to fight the outbreak and provide respite to the poor.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/do-old-people-constitute-the-majority-of-covid-19-fatalities-290318">Do old people constitute the majority of COVID-19 fatalities?</a></strong></p>

<p>"I am donating whatever I have saved in my piggy bank. I saw in the TV that many famous people are giving money to fight coronavirus," the girl said.</p>

<p>"If they can do it, I can also give my money. I am giving away all my savings. Everyone should donate money to help the government in fighting coronavirus."</p>

<p>It turned out that the girl from Ankleshwar town in Bharuch district has collected coins and currency notes worth Rs 11,200, which she has donated to the PM-CARES fund.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In another heart-warming gesture, three boys walked into a police station in Ahmedabad with their combined savings of Rs 5,500 which they intend to be used for migrant workers and poor, who have been hard-hit by the lockdown.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The three brothers, aged from four years to 10 years, came up to the police station with their piggy banks with their mother.</p>

<p>"Heartfelt thank you to Zaid, Moin and Amen, who donated Rs 5,500 from their piggy banks after their mother showed them the relief work being done by us," Ahmedabad police said on Twitter on Wednesday.</p>

<p>"We are extremely pleased by the kind gesture of these kids."</p>

<p>In the video, shared by the police on its Twitter handle, one of the boys asked a sub-inspector to donate is money to the poor.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"What you (police) are doing for the poor people is commendable. Though they have nothing to eat, they feel shy in asking for help directly," the mother of the three kids said in the video.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are living in difficult times. Thus, my kids told me to donate their savings to help the poor."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Two days ago, PM Modi's mother Hiraba, who resides in Gandhinagar, donated Rs 25,000 for the fund and her gesture inspired 13-year-old Rudra Patel to urge his family members to not celebrate his birthday and instead donate Rs 1 lakh in the PM-CARES fund.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have decided not to celebrate my birthday this time. Upon my request, my parents have decided to donate Rs 1 lakh into the PM-CARES Fund," Rudra said in a news channel, proudly holding the donation cheque.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from PTI)</em></p>


At a time when donations across the world are rising to fight the coronavirus crisis, kids in the Indian state of Gujarat have decided that they don't want to stay behind in this humanitarian gesture.

At a time when donations across the world are rising to fight the coronavirus crisis, kids in the Indian state of Gujarat have decided that they don't want to stay behind in this humanitarian gesture. A few days ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the setting up of Prime Minister's Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM-CARES Fund) and appealed to masses to donate money to deal with any emergency situation, like COVID-19, and provide relief to the affected people. Also read | PM Modi urges citizens to light diyas, candles on Sunday at 9 pm for 9 mins to 'dispel darkness brought by coronavirus' Four-year-old Paris Vyas received the support of many when she told the media that she is donating whatever amount she has saved in her piggy bank to fight the outbreak and provide respite to the poor. Also read | Do old people constitute the majority of COVID-19 fatalities? "I am donating whatever I have saved in my piggy bank. I saw in the TV that many famous people are giving money to fight coronavirus," the girl said. "If they can do it, I can also give my money. I am giving away all my savings. Everyone should donate money to help the government in fighting coronavirus." It turned out that the girl from Ankleshwar town in Bharuch district has collected coins and currency notes worth Rs 11,200, which she has donated to the PM-CARES fund. In another heart-warming gesture, three boys walked into a police station in Ahmedabad with their combined savings of Rs 5,500 which they intend to be used for migrant workers and poor, who have been hard-hit by the lockdown. The three brothers, aged from four years to 10 years, came up to the police station with their piggy banks with their mother. "Heartfelt thank you to Zaid, Moin and Amen, who donated Rs 5,500 from their piggy banks after their mother showed them the relief work being done by us," Ahmedabad police said on Twitter on Wednesday. "We are extremely pleased by the kind gesture of these kids." In the video, shared by the police on its Twitter handle, one of the boys asked a sub-inspector to donate is money to the poor. A heartfelt Thank You ️❤️ to Zaid, Moin, and Amen who donated Rs. 5,500 from their Piggy Bank after their mother showed them relief work being done by us. We are extremely pleased by the kind gesture of the kids. Watch here - https://t.co/7xugQPXyzQ#CoronaWarriors — Ahmedabad Police (@AhmedabadPolice) April 1, 2020 × "What you (police) are doing for the poor people is commendable. Though they have nothing to eat, they feel shy in asking for help directly," the mother of the three kids said in the video. "We are living in difficult times. Thus, my kids told me to donate their savings to help the poor." Two days ago, PM Modi's mother Hiraba, who resides in Gandhinagar, donated Rs 25,000 for the fund and her gesture inspired 13-year-old Rudra Patel to urge his family members to not celebrate his birthday and instead donate Rs 1 lakh in the PM-CARES fund. "I have decided not to celebrate my birthday this time. Upon my request, my parents have decided to donate Rs 1 lakh into the PM-CARES Fund," Rudra said in a news channel, proudly holding the donation cheque. (With inputs from PTI)

Kids in Gujarat join coronavirus-relief fight with donations from piggy bank

<p>Cricketer-turned-politician Gautam Gambhir on Thursday said he has decided to contribute his two years’ salary as an MP to the Prime Minister-CARES fund to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping through the country.</p>

<p>The BJP’s Lok Sabha member from East Delhi announced on his Twitter page, urging people to come forward and donate generously.</p>

<p>“People ask what can their country do for them. The real question is what can you do for your country? I am donating my 2 year’s salary to #PMCaresFund. You should come forward too,” Gambhir said.</p>

<p>Gambhir had earlier pledged a month’s salary for the cause and also released Rs 1 crore from his MPLAD fund. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to 50 deaths in the country as per official estimates with close to 2,000 people infected by the deadly virus, which has claimed over 40,000 lives worldwide</p>


Cricketer-turned-politician Gautam Gambhir on Thursday said he has decided to contribute his two years’ salary as an MP to the Prime Minister-CARES fund to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping through the country.

Cricketer-turned-politician Gautam Gambhir on Thursday said he has decided to contribute his two years’ salary as an MP to the Prime Minister-CARES fund to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping through the country. The BJP’s Lok Sabha member from East Delhi announced on his Twitter page, urging people to come forward and donate generously. “People ask what can their country do for them. The real question is what can you do for your country? I am donating my 2 year’s salary to #PMCaresFund. You should come forward too,” Gambhir said. Gambhir had earlier pledged a month’s salary for the cause and also released Rs 1 crore from his MPLAD fund. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to 50 deaths in the country as per official estimates with close to 2,000 people infected by the deadly virus, which has claimed over 40,000 lives worldwide

COVID-19: Gautam Gambhir vows to contribute 2 years’ salary to PM CARES Fund

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked all the businesspersons and Bollywood stars for their generous contribution towards&nbsp;PM CARES Fund to help the ongoing battle against the coronavirus.</p>

<p>Reliance Industries CEO Mukesh Ambani, Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal, Yoga Guru Ramdev and actors Shilpa Shetty and Ranvir Shorey were among those who made their contribution.</p>

<p>"I salute Bharti Enterprises and Sunil Bharti Mittal Ji for the strong support in this battle against COVID-19. The humanitarian efforts of this group during this time will help many Indians," Modi tweeted.</p>

<p>"The entire Reliance team has been making effective contributions in the fight against COVID-19. Be it in healthcare or assisting people, they have been active. I thank Mukesh and Nita Ambani Ji for contributing to PM CARES and for their other work towards defeating Coronavirus," the Prime Minister said in another tweet.</p>

<p>Thanking the Bollywood actors, Modi wrote, "India`s stars are playing a starring role even in ensuring the health of the nation. They`re playing a leading role in raising awareness as well as in contributing to PM-CARES. Thanks Nana Patekar, Ajay Devgan, Kartik Aaryan and Shilpa Shetty."</p>

<p>Modi on March 28 had created the Prime Minister`s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM-CARES) Fund and appealed to the countrymen to show their support for the cause.&nbsp;</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked all the businesspersons and Bollywood stars for their generous contribution towards PM CARES Fund to help the ongoing battle against the coronavirus.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked all the businesspersons and Bollywood stars for their generous contribution towards PM CARES Fund to help the ongoing battle against the coronavirus. Reliance Industries CEO Mukesh Ambani, Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal, Yoga Guru Ramdev and actors Shilpa Shetty and Ranvir Shorey were among those who made their contribution. "I salute Bharti Enterprises and Sunil Bharti Mittal Ji for the strong support in this battle against COVID-19. The humanitarian efforts of this group during this time will help many Indians," Modi tweeted. "The entire Reliance team has been making effective contributions in the fight against COVID-19. Be it in healthcare or assisting people, they have been active. I thank Mukesh and Nita Ambani Ji for contributing to PM CARES and for their other work towards defeating Coronavirus," the Prime Minister said in another tweet. Thanking the Bollywood actors, Modi wrote, "India`s stars are playing a starring role even in ensuring the health of the nation. They`re playing a leading role in raising awareness as well as in contributing to PM-CARES. Thanks Nana Patekar, Ajay Devgan, Kartik Aaryan and Shilpa Shetty." Modi on March 28 had created the Prime Minister`s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM-CARES) Fund and appealed to the countrymen to show their support for the cause.

PM Modi thanks businesspersons, actors for PM CARES Fund contribution

<p>The 21 days of lockdown due to the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has left many unemployed in India. The daily wage earners across the country have been most affected. PM Narendra Modi has initiated a PM-CAREs fund to aid these workers and several Bollywood stars have come forward to help in this cause.<br />
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The recent celebrities who have come forward to help out in a time of crisis include actress Bhumi Pednekar, actor Rajkummar Rao and rapper Badshah.<br />
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Bhumi took to Twitter to announce her support to the relief fund.&nbsp; "I pledge to contribute to the PM-CARES Fund. Be it supplies, food, essentials or the research that humanity needs right now our support matters. We need to stand up, In whatever capacity we can, for those that are more vulnerable &amp; in distress@narendramodi#jaiho #IndiaFightsCorona," the tweet read.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I pledge to contribute to the PM-CARES fund .Be it supplies,food,essentials or the research that humanity needs right now ,our support matters.We need to stand up,In whatever capacity we can,for those that are more vulnerable &amp; in distress <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/jaiho?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#jaiho</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndiaFightsCorona?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndiaFightsCorona</a> <a href="https://t.co/e2VfBurD7J">https://t.co/e2VfBurD7J</a></p>
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<p>Rajkummar Rao made his contribution to PM's relief fund as well as to Zomato Feeding India. The 35-year-old star shared the news of his bit of share on Twitter and urged everybody to support in the possible ways one can. "It`s time to stand together &amp; to help our administration in this fight against Coronavirus. I`ve done my bit..Donated to #PMReliefFund #CMReliefFund and to #ZomatoFeedingIndia to help feed families in need. Please support in whatever way you can. Our Nation Needs Us. Jai Hind," the tweet read.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">It’s time to stand together &amp; to help our administration in this fight against Coronavirus. I’ve done my bit..Donated to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PMReliefFund?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PMReliefFund</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CMReliefFund?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CMReliefFund</a> and to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ZomatoFeedingIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ZomatoFeedingIndia</a> to help feed families in need. Please support in whatever way you can. Our Nation Needs Us. Jai Hind🇮🇳❤️</p>
— Rajkummar Rao (@RajkummarRao) <a href="https://twitter.com/RajkummarRao/status/1244229380865265669?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 29, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>While Bhumi and Rajkummar did not disclose the amount they had contributed, rapper Badshah stated he had given Rs 25 lakhs for relief work.<br />
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The `DJ Waley Babu` singer took to Instagram to make the announcement and also asked people to contribute their best for the cause."I pledge to donate 25 lakh rupees to the PM-CARES fund. A small contribution towards strengthening our country`s fight against the ongoing crisis. Together we will win. Jai hind!" read his post.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B-UT_XlgOMs/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">The time has come. Our country and the entire world is facing an unprecedented health crisis. India has been putting up a very strong fight but it needs you. The smallest contribution matters. Do whatever you can in anyway you can. Ive done my bit. Swipe right to find where and how you could do your bit. Dont worry about the number but leave no stone unturned. This is the time to get united and fight selflessly. Jai hind. @narendramodi</a></p>

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<p>Shilpa Shetty too has made a contribution of Rs 21 lakhs. For humanity, our country, &amp; fellow citizens that need us; now is the time, let’s do our bit. @TheRajKundra&nbsp; &amp; I pledge 21 lacs to @narendramodi ji‘s PM-CARES Fund. Every drop in the ocean counts, so I urge you all to help fight this situation. #IndiaFightsCorona @PMOIndia" Shilpa Shetty tweeted.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">For humanity, our country, &amp; fellow citizens that need us; now is the time, let’s do our bit.<a href="https://twitter.com/TheRajKundra?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheRajKundra</a> &amp; I pledge 21 lacs to <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> ji‘s PM-CARES Fund. Every drop in the ocean counts, so I urge you all to help fight this situation.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndiaFightsCorona?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndiaFightsCorona</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PMOIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PMOIndia</a> <a href="https://t.co/A0p2sAbGs8">https://t.co/A0p2sAbGs8</a></p>
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<p>Many big names from the Bollywood industry had pledged in their support to help the country in its fight against the coronavirus. Among them is actor Akshay Kumar, who on Saturday announced an amount of Rs 25 crore from his savings to the PM-CARES Fund. Following the `Kesari` actor was Varun Dhawan who also took to Twitter to pledge his support by contributing 30 lakhs to the PM-CARES Fund. Further Karan Johar, Ayushmann Khurrana, designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee have also contributed their bit for the cause.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-akshay-kumar-to-hrithik-roshan-indian-celebs-come-forward-to-help-daily-wage-earners-amid-lockdown-289290">From Akshay Kumar to Hrithik Roshan, Indian celebs come forward to help daily wage earners amid lockdown</a><br />
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According to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of positive cases in the country now crossed 1000. Twenty-five people have died of the infection.</p>


The 21 days of lockdown due to the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has left many unemployed in India. The daily wage earners across the country have been most affected.

The 21 days of lockdown due to the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has left many unemployed in India. The daily wage earners across the country have been most affected. PM Narendra Modi has initiated a PM-CAREs fund to aid these workers and several Bollywood stars have come forward to help in this cause. The recent celebrities who have come forward to help out in a time of crisis include actress Bhumi Pednekar, actor Rajkummar Rao and rapper Badshah. Bhumi took to Twitter to announce her support to the relief fund. "I pledge to contribute to the PM-CARES Fund. Be it supplies, food, essentials or the research that humanity needs right now our support matters. We need to stand up, In whatever capacity we can, for those that are more vulnerable & in distress@narendramodi#jaiho #IndiaFightsCorona," the tweet read. I pledge to contribute to the PM-CARES fund .Be it supplies,food,essentials or the research that humanity needs right now ,our support matters.We need to stand up,In whatever capacity we can,for those that are more vulnerable & in distress @narendramodi #jaiho #IndiaFightsCorona https://t.co/e2VfBurD7J — bhumi pednekar (@bhumipednekar) March 29, 2020 × Rajkummar Rao made his contribution to PM's relief fund as well as to Zomato Feeding India. The 35-year-old star shared the news of his bit of share on Twitter and urged everybody to support in the possible ways one can. "It`s time to stand together & to help our administration in this fight against Coronavirus. I`ve done my bit..Donated to #PMReliefFund #CMReliefFund and to #ZomatoFeedingIndia to help feed families in need. Please support in whatever way you can. Our Nation Needs Us. Jai Hind," the tweet read. It’s time to stand together & to help our administration in this fight against Coronavirus. I’ve done my bit..Donated to #PMReliefFund #CMReliefFund and to #ZomatoFeedingIndia to help feed families in need. Please support in whatever way you can. Our Nation Needs Us. Jai Hind🇮🇳❤️ — Rajkummar Rao (@RajkummarRao) March 29, 2020 × While Bhumi and Rajkummar did not disclose the amount they had contributed, rapper Badshah stated he had given Rs 25 lakhs for relief work. The `DJ Waley Babu` singer took to Instagram to make the announcement and also asked people to contribute their best for the cause."I pledge to donate 25 lakh rupees to the PM-CARES fund. A small contribution towards strengthening our country`s fight against the ongoing crisis. Together we will win. Jai hind!" read his post. View this post on Instagram The time has come. Our country and the entire world is facing an unprecedented health crisis. India has been putting up a very strong fight but it needs you. The smallest contribution matters. Do whatever you can in anyway you can. Ive done my bit. Swipe right to find where and how you could do your bit. Dont worry about the number but leave no stone unturned. This is the time to get united and fight selflessly. Jai hind. @narendramodi A post shared by BADSHAH (@badboyshah) on Mar 29, 2020 at 5:22am PDT × Shilpa Shetty too has made a contribution of Rs 21 lakhs. For humanity, our country, & fellow citizens that need us; now is the time, let’s do our bit. @TheRajKundra & I pledge 21 lacs to @narendramodi ji‘s PM-CARES Fund. Every drop in the ocean counts, so I urge you all to help fight this situation. #IndiaFightsCorona @PMOIndia" Shilpa Shetty tweeted. For humanity, our country, & fellow citizens that need us; now is the time, let’s do our bit.@TheRajKundra & I pledge 21 lacs to @narendramodi ji‘s PM-CARES Fund. Every drop in the ocean counts, so I urge you all to help fight this situation.#IndiaFightsCorona @PMOIndia https://t.co/A0p2sAbGs8 — SHILPA SHETTY KUNDRA (@TheShilpaShetty) March 29, 2020 × Many big names from the Bollywood industry had pledged in their support to help the country in its fight against the coronavirus. Among them is actor Akshay Kumar, who on Saturday announced an amount of Rs 25 crore from his savings to the PM-CARES Fund. Following the `Kesari` actor was Varun Dhawan who also took to Twitter to pledge his support by contributing 30 lakhs to the PM-CARES Fund. Further Karan Johar, Ayushmann Khurrana, designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee have also contributed their bit for the cause. From Akshay Kumar to Hrithik Roshan, Indian celebs come forward to help daily wage earners amid lockdown According to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of positive cases in the country now crossed 1000. Twenty-five people have died of the infection.

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<p>The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday donated a sum of Rs 51 crore to Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund) to help the Indian government in their effort to fight back against the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>BCCI on Saturday (March 28) had pledged to support the Indian government in their fight against COVID-19 as entire India continues to remain in lockdown for a 21-day period. On Monday, the apex board confirmed their donation as they shared the receipt of the transaction by taking to social media platform Twitter.</p>

<p>“As pledged, BCCI has contributed INR 51 crores to Hon'ble Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji’s initiative PM-CARES Fund. #IndiaFightsCorona,” BCCI tweeted on Monday.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-anushka-sharma-donate-to-pms-cares-fund-to-fight-covid-19-pandemic-289423">Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma donate to PM's CARES Fund to fight COVID-19 pandemic</a></strong></p>

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<p>Cricketers like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, Ajinkya Rahane, Ravichandran Ashwin, Gautam Gambhir, Irfan and Yusuf Pathan, among many more, have come out to support the Indian government by donating their bit in a bid to fight back against COVID-19.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ms-dhoni-wanted-to-earn-rs-30-lakh-and-spend-rest-of-his-life-in-ranchi-says-wasim-jaffer-289432">MS Dhoni wanted to earn Rs 30 lakh and spend rest of his life in Ranchi, says Wasim Jaffer</a></strong></p>

<p>They have been active on social media platforms and have kept their fans and followers engaged by posting videos and photographs. They have further urged everyone to remain at home and follow the health advisory by the Indian government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the BCCI is mulling over the cancellation of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. While the 13th edition of IPL was initially postponed till April 14, the 21-day lockdown, travel restrictions and the entire situation surrounding the novel coronavirus have made the likelihood of conducting IPL 2020 highly improbable.</p>

<p>While nothing has been confirmed by the BCCI yet, the latest reports state that the IPL 2020 will be cancelled with no mega auction next season.<br />
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday donated a sum of Rs 51 crore to Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund) to help the Indian government in their effort to fight back against the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday donated a sum of Rs 51 crore to Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund) to help the Indian government in their effort to fight back against the COVID-19 pandemic. BCCI on Saturday (March 28) had pledged to support the Indian government in their fight against COVID-19 as entire India continues to remain in lockdown for a 21-day period. On Monday, the apex board confirmed their donation as they shared the receipt of the transaction by taking to social media platform Twitter. “As pledged, BCCI has contributed INR 51 crores to Hon'ble Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji’s initiative PM-CARES Fund. #IndiaFightsCorona,” BCCI tweeted on Monday. ALSO READ: Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma donate to PM's CARES Fund to fight COVID-19 pandemic As pledged, BCCI has contributed INR 51 crores to hon’ble Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji’s initiative PM-CARES Fund.#IndiaFightsCorona - @JayShah @SGanguly99 @ThakurArunS pic.twitter.com/5Ih33JvSHs — BCCI (@BCCI) March 30, 2020 × Cricketers like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, Ajinkya Rahane, Ravichandran Ashwin, Gautam Gambhir, Irfan and Yusuf Pathan, among many more, have come out to support the Indian government by donating their bit in a bid to fight back against COVID-19. ALSO READ: MS Dhoni wanted to earn Rs 30 lakh and spend rest of his life in Ranchi, says Wasim Jaffer They have been active on social media platforms and have kept their fans and followers engaged by posting videos and photographs. They have further urged everyone to remain at home and follow the health advisory by the Indian government. Meanwhile, the BCCI is mulling over the cancellation of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. While the 13th edition of IPL was initially postponed till April 14, the 21-day lockdown, travel restrictions and the entire situation surrounding the novel coronavirus have made the likelihood of conducting IPL 2020 highly improbable. While nothing has been confirmed by the BCCI yet, the latest reports state that the IPL 2020 will be cancelled with no mega auction next season.

BCCI donates Rs 51 crore to PM's CARES Fund to combat COVID-19 pandemic

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<p>Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a proposal for the contribution of one day salary by employees of Ministry of Defence to the PM CARES fund to fight COVID-19.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The employees’ contribution is voluntary and those desirous of opting out will be exempted, said the Defence Ministry.</p>

<p>It is estimated that around Rs 500 crore will be collectively provided by the Defence Ministry to the fund from various wings, including Army, Navy, Air Force, Defence PSUs and others, the Ministry of Defence said.</p>

<p>''On the appeal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to combat COVID-19, all paramilitary forces personnel have contributed their one day salary (total Rs 116 crores) to PM CARES fund. I express my gratitude to all,'' said Home Minister Amit Shah.</p>


Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a proposal for the contribution of one day salary by employees of Ministry of Defence to the PM CARES fund to fight COVID-19.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a proposal for the contribution of one day salary by employees of Ministry of Defence to the PM CARES fund to fight COVID-19. The employees’ contribution is voluntary and those desirous of opting out will be exempted, said the Defence Ministry. It is estimated that around Rs 500 crore will be collectively provided by the Defence Ministry to the fund from various wings, including Army, Navy, Air Force, Defence PSUs and others, the Ministry of Defence said. ''On the appeal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to combat COVID-19, all paramilitary forces personnel have contributed their one day salary (total Rs 116 crores) to PM CARES fund. I express my gratitude to all,'' said Home Minister Amit Shah.

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