Anil Agarwal 75% wealth donation: Indian billionaire and Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal has suffered a deep personal tragedy following the sudden death of his son Agnivesh Agarwal. The 49-year-old passed away during treatment in the United States after sustaining injuries while skiing. According to the family, Agnivesh suffered a cardiac arrest during treatment, leading to his untimely demise.
The news has sent shockwaves across the business and corporate world. Anil Agarwal, often referred to as the “Aluminium King of India”, shared the heartbreaking news himself on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), expressing profound grief and remembering his son’s vision for a stronger and self-reliant India.
Anil Agarwal 75% wealth donation Pledge
In an emotional post, Agarwal recalled a promise he had made to his son — to donate more than 75% of his total wealth to society. Reaffirming that commitment, he wrote that he would now strive to live an even simpler life and dedicate the majority of his earnings toward social welfare.
“We dreamed together of a world where no child sleeps hungry, no child is denied education, every woman stands on her own feet, and every young Indian has meaningful work. I had promised Agni that we would give back over 75% of what we earn to society. Today, I renew that promise,” Agarwal wrote.
Net Worth of Anil Agarwal
According to Forbes’ live billionaire tracking, Anil Agarwal and his family have a net worth of $3.1 billion, which translates to approximately ₹278,769,205,000 (₹278,769 crore). His renewed pledge has once again placed him among the most prominent Indian philanthropists committed to large-scale social impact.
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Remembering Agnivesh Agarwal
Agnivesh Agarwal was described as a visionary who strongly believed in Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India). Anil Agarwal mentioned that his son firmly believed India lacks nothing in terms of talent or resources and should never lag behind on the global stage.
Expressing his grief, the billionaire wrote that his son had his entire life ahead of him, with many dreams yet to be fulfilled. His absence has left a deep void in the lives of family, friends, and colleagues.
“Son, you will live on in our hearts, in our work, and in every life you touched. I don’t know how to walk this path without you, but I will try to carry forward your light,” Agarwal wrote.
PM Narendra Modi Expresses Condolences
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his condolences on the passing of Agnivesh Agarwal. In a post, the Prime Minister said the untimely demise was “deeply shocking and saddening” and prayed for strength and courage for the bereaved family.
A Moment of Grief and Commitment
The tragic loss marks a deeply emotional moment for Anil Agarwal, but his renewed commitment to philanthropy highlights how personal loss has further strengthened his resolve to serve society. As tributes continue to pour in, the business world mourns the loss of Agnivesh Agarwal while acknowledging a powerful message of giving back that his legacy inspires.
Yogesh Kolhe is a market and business news author with a focus on the automobile sector and gold and silver price movements, offering readers practical insights into industry and market trends.
RIP Agnivesh Agarval💐