Twinkle Khanna says,'the man makes me proud' as Akshay donates Rs 25 cr for 'PM CARES'

Celebrated author and actor, Twinkle Khanna took to her Twitter account and praised her husband, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar, for his generous donation to newly launched PM CARES fund. Earlier on Saturday, Khiladi actor pledged to donate a whopping amount of Rs. 25 crore for cause of providing essential amenities to needful amid current coronavirus pandemic. Through tweet, Twinkle Khanna revealed that Akshay's decision to donate 'such a massive amount' was based on need to selflessly do 'whatever he can for those who have thing'.

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Akshay Kumar was among first ones to donate Rs. 25 crores from his savings to PM Cares Fund. PM Modi instantly replied to Bollywood actor and wrote, 'Let's keep donating for a healthier India'. [sic]. entire nation has lauded actor's promptness to provide aid for all people who have been financially distressed during such a crisis.

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Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (CARES) Fund

Aiding citizens in need amid pan-India Coronavirus lockdown, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday, launched Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations Fund (PM CARES Fund). This fund will provide relief to affected from any walk of life dealing with any kind of emergency or distress situation posed by COVID-19 pandemic. It is chaired by PM Modi and  Defence Minister, Home Minister and Finance Minister.

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