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Anil Agarwal Renews Pledge to Give More Than 75% to Society After Son Agnivesh Dies at 49

The family says he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in New York during recovery from a skiing injury.

Overview

  • Anil Agarwal announced the death in an emotional post on X, calling it the darkest day of his life.
  • He reaffirmed a commitment to direct more than 75% to social causes including hunger relief, education, women's livelihoods, and youth employment.
  • Political and industry figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, offered condolences following the announcement.
  • Agnivesh Agarwal held senior roles across the Vedanta group, chairing TSPL, previously chairing Hindustan Zinc, and leading Fujairah Gold.
  • He had been receiving care at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, with the family noting earlier signs of recovery before the sudden cardiac arrest.