Actor Preity Zinta has donated ₹1 crore to the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA) of the Indian Army’s South Western Command, in a gesture of solidarity following India’s Operation Sindoor. The donation was announced at a special event held in Jaipur on May 24, where Zinta expressed her deep respect for the sacrifices made by the armed forces.
The funds were contributed from the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) allocation of Punjab Kings, the IPL team co-owned by Zinta. The donation aims to support Veer Naris—wives of fallen soldiers—and to promote the education and well-being of their children.
Operation Sindoor was launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. In the wake of the operation, Zinta’s timely contribution highlights a growing civilian initiative to honour and uplift the families affected by military operations.
Speaking at the event, which was attended by the Army Commander of the South Western Command and the Regional President of Shapta Shakti AWWA, Zinta said, “It’s both an honour and a responsibility to support the courageous families of our soldiers. While we can never fully repay the sacrifices made by our armed forces, we can stand beside their families and help them move forward.”
She further emphasized her continued support for the armed forces, saying, “We are incredibly proud of our soldiers and remain steadfast in our support for the nation and its brave protectors.”
On the professional front, Preity Zinta is preparing for her return to the silver screen with the film ‘Lahore 1947’, co-starring Sunny Deol and produced by Aamir Khan. Set against the backdrop of India’s partition, the film marks her first major cinematic appearance in several years.
Zinta’s philanthropic gesture has been widely appreciated, reinforcing the importance of public support for military families and underlining the powerful connection between cinema, social responsibility, and national pride.
