New Delhi, November 11, 2026: Mrs Laila Swaminathan, President of the Navy Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA), accompanied by members of the NWWA Committee, visited PALNA on November 5 as part of the association’s SPARSH initiative, reaffirming its longstanding commitment to child welfare and community service.
The visit highlighted NWWA’s continued association with PALNA, an organisation dedicated to the care and well-being of vulnerable children. Since 2011, NWWA has extended support to PALNA, contributing to efforts aimed at nurturing young lives through care, compassion and sustained engagement.
During the visit, Mrs Swaminathan and the committee members spent time with the children, extending warmth, encouragement and support. The interaction reflected the association’s commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of children who require care and protection.
The visit was undertaken under SPARSH, an NWWA initiative focused on compassionate outreach and community engagement. Through such activities, the association seeks to strengthen its connection with organisations working for social welfare and extend meaningful support to vulnerable sections of society.

NWWA has been actively involved in welfare initiatives supporting naval families and the wider community. Its association with PALNA demonstrates how sustained institutional support can contribute to the well-being of children and promote a culture of compassion and social responsibility.
The November 5 visit reinforced the enduring relationship between NWWA and PALNA, reflecting the association’s philosophy of standing beside those in need.

Through its continued engagement under SPARSH, NWWA reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing lives, spreading happiness and contributing to a more caring and inclusive society.
