FRIENDS OF LUDHIANA
Support & resources base in UK for Christian Medical College & Hospital (CMC) Ludhiana (Punjab, N. India). Support includes facilitation of visits of healthcare personnel to share skills & experience, assistance with training opportunities for CMC staff both in India & overseas, & financial support for sponsorship of student nurses, assisted healthcare for poor patients & research initiatives.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted funds at year-end were £57,417, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover management, administration, and support costs. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern, relying on ongoing support from its UK membership base.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the charity to maintain this fund at a level which equates to approximately twelve months’ unrestricted expenditure.” — page 6
“During the year travel and other expenses of £171 (2024: £355) were reimbursed to trustees. These had been accrued for in the previous year. There were no other related party transactions.” — page 13
Trustees
- ANNE ROSEMARY TOOTLE MBE FIBMS
- David Forbes
- Dr Arun Thomas Dr
- Dr KAPIL SANGHI
- Dr KEITH RICHARD HINE
- Dr Rajan Osmond PAUL
- Dr Shubhro Sumit MULLICK Dr
- Dr michael Hoskin Dr
- Rev JOHN PREM MALL
- Tabitha Anna Allen
- neil WATTS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £67k | £63k |
| 31/12/2024 | £16k | £12k |
| 31/12/2023 | £79k | £72k |
| 31/12/2022 | £18k | £33k |
| 31/12/2021 | £48k | £48k |
Common questions
Is FRIENDS OF LUDHIANA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted funds at year-end were £57,417, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover management, administration, and support costs. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern, relying on ongoing support from its UK membership base. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.