SHREEKHETRA DAYANA SEVA TRUST

1. Nature of Donations

All donations made to SHREEKHETRA DAYANA SEVA TRUST are voluntary contributions offered as an act of devotion and seva. Donations are intended to support seva activities and other charitable purposes of the Trust.

2. Use of Donations

• Donations are utilized solely for seva activities dedicated to Lord Jagannath and trust-related charitable objectives.

• Allocation of funds is subject to temple traditions, administrative permissions, availability, and operational requirements.

• Donations do not guarantee any specific ritual, personal, spiritual, or material benefit.

3. Donation Disclaimer

• All donations are made willingly and without expectation of return or benefit.

• Donation receipts, if issued, are for acknowledgement purposes only.

• Donations once made are final and non-refundable, except where required by applicable law.

4. UPI / Razorpay Payment Disclaimer

• Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment gateways such as UPI or Razorpay.

• The Trust does not collect, store, or have access to donors’ card details, UPI PINs, or banking credentials.

• Transaction success, failure, or delay is governed by the respective payment service provider’s systems and policies.

• The Trust shall not be responsible for technical issues or delays arising from third-party payment platforms.

5. Refund Policy

• Donations once successfully processed are non-refundable.

• Refunds will be considered only if required by applicable law or in exceptional circumstances at the sole discretion of the Trust.

6. Cancellation Policy

• Donations cannot be cancelled after successful payment confirmation.

• Donors are requested to carefully verify donation details before proceeding.

7. Failed, Duplicate, or Pending Transactions

• In case of failed, duplicate, or pending transactions, donors should first contact their bank or payment service provider.

• The payment gateway or bank will process any refund arising due to payment failure as per their policies.

8. 80G / Tax Disclaimer

• Donations may be eligible for tax benefits under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961, only if and when the Trust holds a valid 80G registration.

• Eligibility for tax benefits depends on applicable laws and individual donor circumstances.

• Donors are advised to consult their tax advisor before claiming any deduction.

9. Policy Updates

SHREEKHETRA DAYANA SEVA TRUST reserves the right to update or modify this policy at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on this page.

10. Contact Information

For any queries related to donations, refunds, or this policy, please contact:

📧 Email: dayanasevatrust@gmail.com
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

1. Is my donation voluntary?

Yes. All donations made to SHREEKHETRA DAYANA SEVA TRUST are completely voluntary and offered as an act of devotion and seva.

2. How will my donation be used?

Your contribution is used to support seva activities dedicated to Lord Jagannath at Shreekhetra (Puri), including rituals, festivals, bhoga/anna-related seva, and other trust-related charitable purposes, as permitted by temple traditions and administrative guidelines.

3. Can I choose a specific seva for my donation?

Donations are generally pooled and allocated based on availability, temple schedules, and administrative permissions. Specific seva requests cannot be guaranteed.

4. Are donations refundable?

No. Donations once made are non-refundable, except where required by applicable law.

5. Do donations guarantee any personal religious benefit?

No. Donations are made as an act of seva and do not guarantee any personal, spiritual, or material benefit.

6. How can I donate?

You can donate online through secure digital payment methods such as UPI or Razorpay, as available on the Donate page.

7. Is my payment information safe?

Yes. Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment gateways.
The Trust does not store or have access to your card details, UPI PIN, or bank credentials.

8. What if my transaction fails or is pending?

In case of a failed or delayed transaction, please first contact your bank or payment service provider.
For further assistance, you may contact us at dayanasevatrust@gmail.com.

9. Will I receive a donation receipt?

Yes. A donation acknowledgment or receipt may be issued for record purposes, subject to applicable policies.

10. Are donations eligible for 80G tax benefits?

Tax benefits under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961 are applicable only if and when the Trust holds a valid 80G registration, subject to Income Tax rules.

11. Can I contact the Trust regarding donations?

Yes. For any donation-related queries, please contact us at:

📧 Email: dayanasevatrust@gmail.com
📞 +91-

Your offering is an expression of devotion.
Every contribution supports seva performed with humility, discipline, and respect for sacred traditions.