Vedanta's Anil Agarwal renews 75% wealth pledge after son's death
Vedanta's Anil Agarwal renews 75% wealth pledge after son's death
He is mourning the sudden loss of his son, Agnivesh Agarwal (49), who passed away due to cardiac arrest while recovering from a skiing accident in New York. Describing it as “the darkest day” of his life, Anil shared that the family had remained hopeful about Agnivesh’s recovery until the very end.
Family remains committed to giving back
Despite the profound grief, Anil Agarwal has reaffirmed a promise he made alongside his late son—to donate more than 75% of his earnings to society. Their shared vision focuses on eradicating child hunger, strengthening education, empowering women, and generating employment opportunities for India’s youth.
Who was Agnivesh Agarwal?
Agnivesh held key leadership roles within the Vedanta Group and was the founder of Fujairah Gold. Beyond business, he was admired as a sportsman and a musician—known for his humility, warmth, and approachability. His legacy endures through his work, his values, and the many lives he touched.
