Terms and Conditions
Welcome to the official website of Utkal Grama Swarajya (UGS Odisha). By accessing and using this website, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
- The content on this website is for general information purposes only and may be subject to change without notice.
- You agree not to misuse this website for any unlawful or unethical activities.
- All materials, including images, text, logos, and documents, are the intellectual property of UGS Odisha and may not be reproduced without permission.
- We reserve the right to update or change these terms at any time without prior notice.
- Your continued use of this site constitutes acceptance of any changes made.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
UGS Odisha primarily accepts donations for social and charitable purposes. As a general rule:
- Donations once made are non-refundable.
- In case of technical issues such as duplicate transactions or incorrect amount entry, you may contact us within 3 days at utkalgramaswarajya@gmail.com.
- Refunds will be processed only after verification and confirmation from the finance department.
- Refunds, if applicable, will be made through the original mode of payment within 10–15 working days.
Shipping and Delivery
UGS Odisha does not deal in physical products for sale or shipment. However, for any digital materials or acknowledgments related to donations:
- Donation receipts will be sent via email within 1–3 business days.
- If you do not receive a receipt or confirmation email, please reach out to us via email.
- For physical acknowledgments (certificates, letters, etc.), delivery timelines will be communicated individually if applicable.
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 16, 2025
Utkal Grama Swarajya ("UGS Odisha," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our website visitors and donors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, https://ugsodisha.org/.
Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address
- Payment information (for donations)
This information is collected when you:
- Make a donation
- Contact us via email or contact forms
- Subscribe to our newsletters
- Participate in our programs or events
b. Non-Personal Information
We also collect non-personal information automatically when you visit our website, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website addresses
Use of Information
We use the collected information to:
- Process and acknowledge donations
- Respond to inquiries and provide support
- Send newsletters and updates about our activities
- Improve our website's content and user experience
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our activities (e.g., payment processors)
- Law enforcement agencies, if required by law
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent for data use
To exercise these rights, contact us at utkalgramaswarajya@gmail.com.
Third-Party Links
Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please read their privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted with the effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about any of our terms or policies, please contact:
Utkal Grama Swarajya
H/O: Nausira, PO/PS-Tirtol, Dist-Jagatsinghpur, Pin-754137
B/O: Godhuli Lane, Deulisahi, Tulsipur, Cuttack-753008
Email: utkalgramaswarajya@gmail.com
Phone: +91 9438842617