Nita Ambani is the chairperson of Reliance Foundation
Nita Ambani, the founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation was recognised by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York for her philanthropic work in the areas of education, sports, healthcare, rural transformation, urban renewal, disaster response, women empowerment and the promotion of arts.
The accolade was bestowed on Ambani, who is also a director on the board of oil-to-yarn and retail conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd, on January 24. She is the first South Asian individual to receive this award.
ALSO READ: Nita Ambani: The first lady of Indian business
Reliance Foundation has benefited over 10 million Indians across 10,500 villages and urban areas.
In recognition for her efforts towards the development of sports in India, Ambani was also selected as a member of the International Olympic Committee from India.
(Reliance Industries Ltd is the owner of Network 18, publisher of Forbes India)
First Published: Jan 25, 2017, 20:12
Subscribe Now