Vedanta Chairman gets Philanthropy Award

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Vedanta Chairman gets Philanthropy Award

Wednesday, 24 November 2021 | PNS | Bokaro

Anil Agarwal, Chairman of the Vedanta Group, has been conferred with the coveted Philanthropy Award at the Asian Business Awards 2021. The award has been given for the outstanding work done through his charitable foundation, ‘Anil Agarwal Foundation’, which is creating a sustainable and positive impact for public good.

The Asian Business Award, now in its 23 year, is hosted by Eastern Eye, Britain’s biggest selling English language Asian newspaper. The award celebrates Asian entrepreneurship and business success, and the winners are honoured at the annual gathering of the UK’s wealthiest and most successful businessmen and women.

This year’s award, which was held in London, recognizes Agarwal for his contribution towards philanthropy. He is on a mission of giving back to society with a focus on education, healthcare, water, sanitation and sustainable living. The Anil Agarwal Foundation has been set up with an aim to realize this philanthropic vision.

Speaking at the occasion, Agarwal said: “I am extremely humbled to receive this award. The UK is a land of opportunities and has given me a lot. Philanthropy is something very close to my heart and I draw immense satisfaction by giving back to society.”

Anil Agarwal Foundation CEO, Dr Bhaskar Chatterjee said, “We are extremely honored to receive this award. We have always been committed towards the upliftment of society and the preservation of our planet.”

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