Terms of Service

Welcome to Meghdhanush Seva Trust. By accessing or using our website (meghdhanushsevatrust.org), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site.

These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Meghdhanush Seva Trust ("Trust," "we," "us," or "our"). These terms govern your use of our website and your participation in or support of our charitable activities.

Our Mission

Meghdhanush Seva Trust is committed to providing essential healthcare support to pilgrims walking during Bhadarvi Poonam and extending help to anyone in need. Our mission encompasses compassion, community welfare, and long-term sustainability, especially for the underprivileged.

Services We Provide

• Medical Support: Essential healthcare services for pilgrims during Bhadarvi Poonam
• Medical Equipment: Beds, wheelchairs, walkers, walking sticks, and other supportive equipment
• Community Programs: Initiatives focused on compassion and community welfare
• Support for Underprivileged: Programs aimed at bringing comfort, dignity, and hope to those in need
• Emergency Assistance: Immediate help for pilgrims and community members requiring urgent support

Service Availability

Our services are provided on a voluntary, charitable basis. While we strive to assist everyone in need, the availability of services may be subject to resource constraints, demand, and operational capacity during peak pilgrimage periods.

Permission is granted to temporarily access the materials (information or software) on Meghdhanush Seva Trust's website for personal, non-commercial viewing only. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title, and under this license you may not:

• Modify or copy the materials without proper authorization
• Use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display without consent
• Attempt to reverse engineer any software contained on the website
• Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
• Transfer the materials to another person or "mirror" the materials on any other server
• Use our name, logo, or mission statement for unauthorized fundraising activities

This license shall automatically terminate if you violate any of these restrictions and may be terminated by Meghdhanush Seva Trust at any time. Upon terminating your viewing of these materials or upon the termination of this license, you must destroy any downloaded materials in your possession whether in electronic or printed format.

As a user of our website and services, you agree to:

• Provide Accurate Information: Ensure all information you provide is truthful, accurate, and complete, especially when requesting services or making donations
• Respectful Conduct: Treat our volunteers, staff, and other beneficiaries with respect and dignity
• Proper Use of Services: Use our healthcare and equipment services appropriately and only when genuinely needed
• Legal Compliance: Comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws
• Equipment Care: If borrowing equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.), use and return them in good condition
• Emergency Protocol: Follow all safety and emergency guidelines provided by our medical staff
• Maintain Security: Keep your account credentials (if applicable) confidential and secure
• Report Issues: Promptly notify us of any problems, safety concerns, or misuse of services

You are responsible for your conduct while using our services and for any consequences arising from your use of our website or participation in our programs.

Donation Terms

• Voluntary Nature: All donations are voluntary and made at your own discretion to support our mission
• Use of Funds: Donations will be used to provide healthcare support, medical equipment, and community welfare programs, especially during Bhadarvi Poonam
• Non-Refundable: Donations are generally non-refundable unless required by law or in case of processing errors
• Tax Deductibility: Donations to Meghdhanush Seva Trust are eligible for tax exemption under Section 80G. We will provide receipts for tax purposes
• Payment Processing: We use secure third-party payment processors. We do not store credit card information
• Transparency: We are committed to transparency in how donations are utilized for community benefit

Specific Use of Donations

Your donations support:

• Medical camps and healthcare services during Bhadarvi Poonam
• Purchase and maintenance of beds, wheelchairs, walkers, and walking sticks
• Medical supplies and emergency equipment
• Programs for the underprivileged and community welfare initiatives
• Operational costs to ensure sustainability of services

Donor Recognition

We may recognize donors on our website or in our publications unless you request anonymity. Please contact us if you wish to remain anonymous or have specific recognition preferences.

Refund Policy

If you believe a donation was made in error or wish to request a refund, please contact us within 30 days of the donation. Refund requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable regulations.

Healthcare Services

Meghdhanush Seva Trust provides basic healthcare support and medical assistance to pilgrims and community members. However, users should be aware of the following:

• Emergency Care: Our services are designed for basic medical support. In case of serious medical emergencies, users should seek immediate professional medical care at the nearest hospital
• No Substitute for Professional Care: Our services do not replace professional medical diagnosis or treatment by licensed healthcare providers
• Best Efforts: We provide services with compassion and care, but outcomes cannot be guaranteed
• Volunteer Services: Many of our healthcare services are provided by volunteers and medical professionals offering their time
• Consent: By using our medical services, you consent to receive basic healthcare support and medical assistance

Medical Information

Users are responsible for providing accurate medical history and information to our healthcare providers. We maintain confidentiality but cannot guarantee complete privacy in emergency or open-camp situations.

Equipment Lending Policy

We provide beds, wheelchairs, walkers, walking sticks, and other supportive equipment to those in need. When using our equipment:

• Proper Use: Equipment must be used only for its intended purpose
• Care and Maintenance: Users are responsible for reasonable care of borrowed equipment
• Timely Return: Equipment should be returned promptly when no longer needed to help others
• Damage Reporting: Any damage or malfunction should be reported immediately
• No Liability for Loss: While we provide equipment free of charge, users assume responsibility for its safekeeping during use
• Availability: Equipment is provided subject to availability and genuine need

Equipment Condition

We strive to maintain all equipment in good working condition. However, as our equipment is heavily used during pilgrimage seasons, we cannot guarantee perfect condition. Users should inspect equipment before use and report any concerns.

Donation of Equipment

We welcome donations of medical equipment. All donated equipment becomes the property of Meghdhanush Seva Trust and will be used at our discretion to serve the community.

The content, features, and functionality of this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio clips, software, and the compilation thereof (collectively, the "Content"), are owned by Meghdhanush Seva Trust or its content suppliers and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

Copyright Notice

© 2025 Meghdhanush Seva Trust. All rights reserved.

Permitted Uses

You may view, download for caching purposes only, and print pages from the website for your own personal, non-commercial use to learn about our mission and services, subject to the restrictions set out below and elsewhere in these Terms of Service.

Restrictions

You must not:

• Republish material from this website without proper attribution and written permission
• Sell, rent, or sub-license material from the website
• Reproduce, duplicate, or copy material from the website for commercial purposes
• Use our name, logo, or mission statement for unauthorized fundraising or commercial activities
• Redistribute content from this website unless expressly permitted

In addition to other prohibitions set forth in these Terms of Service, you are prohibited from using the website or its content:

• For any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to perform unlawful acts
• To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances
• To infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others
• To harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate against our staff, volunteers, or beneficiaries
• To submit false or misleading information, especially regarding service needs or donation purposes
• To upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code
• To collect or track personal information of others
• To spam, phish, pharm, pretext, spider, crawl, or scrape
• For any obscene or immoral purpose
• To interfere with or circumvent security features of the website
• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the Trust, a Trust employee, volunteer, another user, or any other person or entity
• To misuse or abuse our charitable services or medical equipment
• To conduct fraudulent fundraising activities using our name or mission

We reserve the right to terminate your use of the website or deny service for violating any of the prohibited uses.

The materials on Meghdhanush Seva Trust's website and the services we provide are offered on an 'as is' basis. Meghdhanush Seva Trust makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties including, without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights.

Further, Meghdhanush Seva Trust does not warrant or make any representations concerning:

• The accuracy, likely results, or reliability of the use of the materials on its website
• The availability or condition of medical equipment at any given time
• The outcomes of healthcare services provided
• The availability of services during peak demand periods
• The suitability of any donated equipment or services for specific individual needs

In no event shall Meghdhanush Seva Trust, its directors, trustees, employees, volunteers, or suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, personal injury, or due to business interruption) arising out of:

• The use or inability to use the materials on Meghdhanush Seva Trust's website
• The use of our medical services or healthcare support
• The use of borrowed equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, beds, etc.)
• Any injury or damage occurring while using our services or on our premises
• The unavailability of services or equipment during peak demand
• Any actions or inactions of our volunteers or staff

This applies even if Meghdhanush Seva Trust or an authorized representative has been notified orally or in writing of the possibility of such damage.

Because some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on implied warranties, or limitations of liability for consequential or incidental damages, these limitations may not apply to you.

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event will Meghdhanush Seva Trust be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the website or our charitable services. Our services are provided on a voluntary, charitable basis with the intention of serving the community.

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with Meghdhanush Seva Trust. Please note that we do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites.

We have no control over the nature, content, and availability of those sites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.

You acknowledge and agree that Meghdhanush Seva Trust shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such external websites or services.

Meghdhanush Seva Trust may revise these Terms of Service for its website at any time without prior notice. By using this website, you are agreeing to be bound by the then-current version of these Terms of Service.

We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and/or changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the website or our services following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

These Terms of Service and any separate agreements whereby we provide you services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms of Service, your use of the website, or your participation in our charitable services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Gujarat, India.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms of Service is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms of Service will remain in effect.

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, our charitable activities, or wish to volunteer or donate, please contact us: