In these unprecedented times wherein every stratum of the society has been hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, various renowned personalities from the film industry, several industrialists. cricketers. and many more have come forward to help the needy in these tiring times, both in terms of Monetary help and otherwise.
Here is the list of famous personalities in India who have come forward to help the common folk in these difficult times:-
Azim Premji
Along with Wipro Limited, Wipro Enterprise Limited and the Azim Premji Foundation, the chairman of Wipro Limited, Azim Premji have pledged Rs 1,125 crore to fight this unprecedented pandemic.
Akshay Kumar
When the Prime minister made an announcement of PM- CARES Fund, Akshay Kumar was the first one to contribute to the cause and made a whooping contribution of Rs 25 crores. In a tweet mentioned by author and columnist Twinkle Khanna, she said how proud she was of her husband and that how Akshay didn’t think twice before making this contribution.
Salman Khan
Salman Khan has always been known for his big heart. During this pandemic, he didn’t shy away from making his contribution. He pledged to financially support 25,000 daily wage workers from the film industry. Salman’s Being Human Foundation will take care of these workers.
SRK
SRK’s various companies – Kolkata Knight Riders, Red Chillies Entertainment, Meer Foundation and Red Chillies VFX – have pledged to provide support in these testing times. Through their IPL franchise, SRK along with wife Gauri and business partners Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta will be contributing to the PM-CARES Fund.
In addition to this, Shah Rukh and Gauri will also make a donation to the Maharashtra CM’s Relief Fund. Khan’s NGO, Meer Foundation, will supply 50,000 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to the Maharashtra and West Bengal governments for healthcare professionals.
Furthermore, Meer Foundation has also tied up with Ek Saath – The Earth organization to provide food to over 5500 families for a month in Mumbai. Around 3 lakh meal kits will be provided to 10,000 underprivileged people and daily wage labourers daily in Mumbai. Other than this, SRK’s Foundation will also work with Working People’s Charter to provide essentials to over 2500 daily wage workers in Delhi for a month.
Mukesh Ambani
Mukesh Ambani has always led by example and this time as well, he didn’t fail the country. Reliance Industry announced that they are enhancing production capacities in order to manufacture 100,000 face masks on a daily basis. Initial support of Rs 5 crore has been given to the Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Relief Fund as well. In addition to this, a dedicated 100-bed centre at Seven Hills Hospital has been set up by the Reliance Foundation for patients who test positive for COVID- 19.
Priyanka and Nick Jonas
Priyanka Chopra, along with Nick Jonas donated an undisclosed amount to 10 charities including Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM-CARES), UNICEF, Goonj, Doctors Without Borders, No Kid Hungry, and SAG- AFTRA.
Ratan Tata
Every time nation was in the need, Tata Trusts and Tata group companies came forth for the rescue. Ratan Tata always rose to the needs of the nation. And, during this time, when the need is greater than ever, Ratan Tata announced to pledge Rs 1500 crore to fight the coronavirus pandemic.
Katrina Kaif
In order to mitigate the suffering and hardship of the people, Katrina Kaif donated an undisclosed amount to PM CARES FUND and the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.
Varun Dhawan
In order to fight the pandemic, Varun Dhawan also pledged Rs 30 lakhs to the PM CARES FUND and Rs 25 lakhs to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.
Deepika and Ranveer Singh
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh also pledged their support to the PM CARES FUND stating that we shall overcome this pandemic.
Lata Mangeshkar
The veteran singer, Lata Mangeshkar also pledged her support in the form of Rs 25 lakhs to the Chief Minister’s Assistance Fund.
Rajnikanth
The superstar from the south also rallied behind to help the people in need by donating Rs 50 lakh to the daily wage workers from the south industry.
Hrithik Roshan
As the number of coronavirus cases in India crossed the 600-mark, Roshan, in a tweet announced that he has procured N95 and FFP3 masks for the BMC workers and caretakers. The move was lauded by netizens.
Team Indorehd salutes these famous faces who have come out to help their countrymen in these dire times. You can do your part by donating to government authorised COVID relief agencies. You can also help by feeding the strays around you, taking care of old parents and grandparents at home, and by helping those who are physically challenged.
Gautam Adani
The billionaire pledged Rs 100 crore contribution to the Prime Minister’s Fund to fight coronavirus pandemic.
Browse this link for State and National government website accepting donations for COVID-19 to avoid getting deceived on fake donation websites.
