How much did Virat Kohli donate for Covid-19 Relief? Check Details
Published on: May 7, 2021 2:43 pm IST|Updated on: May 20, 2021 1:23 pm IST
Virat Kohli Covid – 19 Donation: India is currently experiencing one of the toughest times due to massive second wave of Covid-19. Across the different parts of the country, there is a calamity much due to the massive dearth of oxygen supplies and other necessary medical facilities. In the wake of these widespread Covid-19 crisis, Indian captain Virat Kohli together with his wife Anushka Sharma have come forward to support the nation with a wonderful initiative.
Virat Kohli Covid Donation
In a massive recent development, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have donated an amount worth INR 2 crore towards a fund-raising project called Ketto. Kohli’s proceeds will move to “ACT Grants”, that is a movement working to arrange funds for oxygen concentrators and medical solutions for COVID-19. The power couple has pledged to support the people of India in this massive challenging battle against coronavirus and are also aiming to raise Rs. 7 crore #InThisTogether for the relief work in the country.
Anushka and I have started a campaign on @ketto, to raise funds for Covid-19 relief, and we would be grateful for your support.
Let’s all come together and help those around us in need of our support.
I urge you all to join our movement.
Link in Bio! ?#InThisTogether pic.twitter.com/RjpbOP2i4G
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 7, 2021
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“Hi, guys. Things have been very tough for India as we fight the pandemic. And it really pains us to see our country suffer like this. We are grateful to all the people who are working day and night for us, their dedication is appreciated. But it’s time we stand with them in this fight. So, Anushka and I have started a fundraiser on Ketto and the money raised will go towards COVID-19 relief.
And we request you all to join the initiative and donate. Every little bit makes a difference. To our family, friends, and fans, the time is to stand together and move forward. We will overcome this together. We will win this war if we are in this together. Stay safe, Jai Hind!” said Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma in their video message.
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