Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 10 : On December 8, 2024, Nita Ambani, founder and chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, was honored at the CNBC TV18 India Business Leadership Awards (IBLA) for her exceptional contributions to elevating India’s global presence. She received the Outstanding Contribution to Brand India award, recognizing her dedication to enhancing India’s reputation worldwide.
In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Ambani expressed her gratitude and reflected on her journey of personal and professional growth. “I am deeply honored to receive this award. It truly means the world to me,” she said, filled with pride and purpose.
A staunch advocate for women’s empowerment, Ambani dedicated the award to the women of India, emphasizing their pivotal role in the country’s growth. “I firmly believe this century belongs to India, and more importantly to ‘Us’ Women,” she remarked, stressing that women’s leadership, innovation, and resilience will be key to transforming India’s future.
She also spoke lovingly of her family, dedicating the award to her daughters Isha, Shloka, and Radhika, and granddaughters Aadiya Shakti and Veda. “You remind me every day that the greatest legacy we can leave is a happy, safe, and kind world, where every child, girl or boy, dares to dream without limits, achieves without barriers, and has access to equal opportunities,” she added.
Ambani’s vision for India was central to her speech. She firmly believes that the nation’s time to lead has arrived. “This is the India I dream of – a nation that leads the world with its brilliance, creativity, and culture,” she said, underscoring India’s vast potential to shine in all spheres.
She concluded with a powerful call to action: “Let us create a Bharat that leads the world, not just economically, but with its heart, its heritage, and its hopefulness.” This inspiring message urged the audience to work towards a future where India’s growth is rooted in compassion and prosperity.
Over the years, Nita Ambani has made significant strides through the Reliance Foundation, focusing on social causes such as healthcare, education, rural development, and women’s empowerment. Her leadership and philanthropic efforts have played a key role in enhancing India’s global image, cementing her as one of the most influential figures in the country’s corporate and social sectors.