Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal has made an emotional and historic announcement, pledging to donate 75% of his personal wealth to society following the tragic death of his son, Agnivesh Agarwal, who passed away after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest.
In a deeply moving statement, Agarwal said the decision stems from a promise he made to his son. “I had promised my son that I would return a substantial portion of whatever I earned to society. I will live simply for the rest of my life,” he said, adding that no words can capture the pain of losing a child.
“No words can describe the pain of a parent who must bid goodbye to his child. He was my friend, my pride, my world,” Agarwal wrote, expressing the depth of his grief and the bond he shared with Agnivesh.
According to Forbes, Anil Agarwal’s net worth is estimated at $4.2 billion, or approximately ₹35,000 crore. His pledge places him among a growing group of Indian industrialists committing the majority of their wealth to philanthropy, education, healthcare, and social upliftment.
Industry observers say the announcement marks a powerful moment in Indian corporate philanthropy, reinforcing the idea that wealth carries responsibility beyond business success. Agarwal’s decision reflects a shift toward legacy-driven leadership, where impact on society becomes as important as financial achievement.
As India’s business landscape evolves, Anil Agarwal’s pledge stands as a reminder that personal loss can inspire profound acts of generosity—turning grief into a mission to serve millions.
