Mangalore : Deputy Commissioner N Prakash has directed the people not to make contributions in cash to anyone towards the Uttarakhand flood relief.
In a press communique, the DC while appreciating the unprecedented response of the people of the district in contributing for the cause of Uttarakhand flood relief, has urged the public not to make contributions in cash to anyone.
He has said that the public can make contributions by way of cheque or DD and send it to Prime Ministers National Relief Fund, Prime Ministers office., New Delhi (Pan No. AAAGP0033M). If this process is difficult the contributors can submit the same in the prescribed format.
The Deputy Commissioner said the administration has taken serious cognizance of the act of some organizations in raising funds from the public for the cause and has requested the public not to contribute in cash to anyone. He has also warned of strict action against those raising funds from the public for the purpose.