Which Bollywood actress has been appointed as the National Brand Ambassador of UNICEF India?

Priyanka Chopra

Katrina Kaif

Anushka Sharma

Kareena Kapoor Khan

Correct Answer : Kareena Kapoor Khan

Unicef India on Saturday (4th May 2024) announced Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan as its new National Ambassador.

The "Crew" star, who has been associated with Unicef India since 2014, will support the not-for-profit organisation in furthering every child's right to early childhood development, health, education and gender equality, a press release said.

Kareena had earlier served as a Celebrity Advocate for Unicef India.

There are few things as important as the rights of children, the future generation of this world. I am honoured to continue my association with Unicef now as India's National Ambassador," the 43-year-old actor said in a statement.

#WATCH | On being appointed as the new National Ambassador for Unicef India, Kareena Kapoor Khan says, "...I'm very honored and very humbled to take on this position. I've waited ten years and worked tirelessly and worked very hard with all my heart. And now, finally, I'm joining… https://t.co/cNyUnGwr4t pic.twitter.com/u7EgEGVpWf
— ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2024

Published On : May 6, 2024

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