Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani's son Anant Ambani makes big move, decides to donate....
According to reports, this contribution is aimed at improving the infrastructure at Har Ki Pauri. Following the Haridwar visit, Anant invited Ganga Sabha official Tanmay Vashisht to Mumbai for a meeting. The two met at the Ambani family residence, Antilia, where they spoke about the Ganga river, ongoing projects at Har Ki Pauri, and the Sabha's future plans. Vashisht expressed that the Ambani family holds deep spiritual values and has a heartfelt connection to sacred places, especially the Ganga.
During his time in Haridwar, Anant reassured the Ganga Sabha members of his full support. In return, the members expressed their sincere thanks to the Ambani family and offered prayers for their well-being and continued prosperity.
In 2020, Anant donated Rs 5 crore to the Uttarakhand Char Dham Devasthanam Board to help it cover the financial losses suffered due to COVID-19 induced nationwide lockdown.
The Uttarakhand Char Dham Devasthanam Board manages four revered shrines- Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri and other 51 temples.
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