Republic Day is celebrated with the same enthusiasm in different states and cities across India. Patriotism gleams on our faces when we hear National Anthem or National Songs played on the loudspeakers of our colonies or schools. Let us join hands to improve the situation of our future generation by feeding them with healthy and nutritious meals.

Hoisting of the Indian Flag stirs patriotism within every individual who stands and salutes at the flag unfurling. The slogan ‘Bharath Maata Ki Jai!’ reverberates in the air reminding us all that we are one united Nation! No matter what divides us as individuals, be it caste, creed, sect or religion, there is one thing that binds us together; and that is our Unity!

Remember the days in school when you would have cultural activities and had to participate in the school march past when there was a flag hoisting ceremony? Remember singing Vande Maataram with great zeal and enthusiasm? During those tender stages of our lives, we were taught important values of life – the strength of Unity and Humanity.

Unity makes us one single entity. As human beings it is deep engraved in our blood and veins to help our kind. Though the times have changed with the coming of the new era, humanity is still alive in each and every one of us. It is just a matter of stirring that part of our conscience.

Paint your life with UNITY with Akshaya Patra
The Akshaya Patra Foundation is an NGO in India that brings people together as one single unit for the cause of ‘food for education’. It started functioning in the year 2000 and has grown exponentially in the past 19 years. It works with the motto that ‘no child shall be deprived of education because of hunger’. This Republic Day, join hands with Akshaya Patra and step up in support of children of the nation.

What is Akshaya Patra?
The Akshaya Patra Foundation is registered as a not-for-profit organisation under the Indian Trusts Act, 1882. It feeds 18,02,517 school mid-day meals to children on a daily basis. Since the time of inception of this Foundation, with the efforts of people who want to stand up as one unit for a cause that the NGO has been working continuously towards, it has spread itself across 51 locations in 12 States and 2 Union Territories.

There are thousands and millions of school children who are seeking out help on this Republic Day. Smiles on their faces know no bounds when you donate for their mid-day meals. Make this remarkable day, a significant one in your and children’s lives. You can be the reason for their enthusiasm to come back to schools every single day. Sponsor a child’s meal and contribute towards the growth of our country – they are our future generation!

Feed school meals to 1.8 million children!
DONATE & make them FUTURE-READY!

India is one of the world’s largest countries and a developing market economy. The main economic sectors are services, manufacturing and agriculture.

The government’s ongoing efforts to grow the nation’s economy have begun to show results despite the enormous setbacks and interruptions caused by the COVID-19 outbreak over the previous three years. An increase in the number of newly registered businesses, job enrolments in the organised sector, the rise in start-ups as well as an increase in employment opportunities clearly point to an increase in job creation in the country.

Increased job creation boosts the income of the working class and as income rises, so does the amount of tax that an individual or organisation must pay.
In addition to allowing taxpayers to deduct benefits and expenses from their taxable income or wage, the Indian government mandates that all taxpayers file an income tax return (ITR) by a specific time to avoid fines or penalties. The Indian government permits a standard deduction of ₹50,000 from an employee’s net income.

What is Section 80G?

Section 80G of the Income Tax Act permits people to deduct charitable contributions from their taxes, demonstrating the government’s unwavering support for charity endeavours. However, it should be noted by taxpayers that not all charitable organisations or non-profits are qualified to provide donors with a Section 80G deduction.

Under Section 80G, a taxpayer—whether an individual, business or partnership—may deduct income taxes from donations made to designated relief funds and charitable organisations. Donations may be taxed at 100 per cent or 50 per cent, with or without restrictions, under Section 80G, depending on the organisation’s registration.

Double Win: Feed Children. Save Tax.

Akshaya Patra – an NGO in India that provides hot and nutritious meals to government school children, is registered under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act which allows a 50% tax exemption on donations above ₹500. This is especially advantageous because donating to the NGO not only nourishes and educates young minds across India but also enables tax payers to save money while they become ambassadors of hope and dreams.

Donate and save tax today!