Anil Agarwal meets with Ryan Reynolds, discuss Vedanta's flagship program 'Nand Ghar'

economictimes.indiatimes.com:

Anil Agarwal, the founder and CEO of Vedanta Resources, had an intriguing encounter with Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds. During their meeting, Reynolds showed genuine interest in understanding "Nand Ghar," Vedanta's flagship program aimed at supporting children and women. Agarwal recognized a surprising alignment in their values after their conversation.

Agarwal expressed his excitement about meeting the beloved superhero figure, Ryan Reynolds, known to all. He had heard about Reynolds' reputation for kindness and discovered the extent of their shared values during their interaction. He shared a snapshot of their meeting on X (formerly Twitter), emphasizing the similarity in their outlook.

Reynolds displayed strong enthusiasm for initiatives related to child welfare and was particularly intrigued by Vedanta's @Nandghar program. Agarwal shared his personal experience of childhood hunger, which fueled his commitment to ensuring no child in his country goes to bed hungry. The highlight of their discussion was Reynolds' admiration for the nutritious millet snack, «nutirbar,» provided by Nand Ghar to combat malnutrition among children.

Nand Ghar, a modern anganwadi initiative, stands as a symbol of progress with its advanced infrastructure, working to counter malnutrition while empowering and educating women. Anil Agarwal has been actively chronicling his journey from modest beginnings in Bihar to the bustling dreamscape of Mumbai, where he laid the foundation of his globally-diverse enterprise. Vedanta, Agarwal's brainchild, holds a prominent position as a global natural resources company, extending its reach across India, Africa, Ireland, and Australia.