Published 23:34 IST, February 28th 2023

Sachin Tendulkar meets Bill Gates, thanks him for his insights; 'We are all students'

The meeting between Sachin Tendulkar and Bill Gates has generated a lot of buzz on social media, with many people expressing admiration for both men.

Reported by: Vishal Tiwari
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Sachin Tendulkar, one of greatest cricketers of all time, met Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, in Mumbai on February 28, 2023. Tendulkar was part of a group that took part in a discussion with Gates earlier today on how philanthropic endeavors can inspire meaningful partnerships and have a lasting impact on world. meeting was organised by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which works on a variety of social and ecomic issues around world, including improving healthcare and reducing poverty.

Sachin Tendulkar meets Bill Gates

Tendulkar took to his official Instagram handle to share pictures of his meeting with Gates. In pictures, Tendulkar and his wife Anjali can be seen posing for camera with Gates. meeting between Tendulkar and Gates has generated a lot of buzz on social media, with many people expressing miration for both men and ir contributions to society.

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"We are all students for life. Today was a wonderful learning opportunity to gain perspectives on philanthropy - including children’s education and healthcare, which Sachin Tendulkar Foundation works on. Sharing ideas is a powerful way to solve world’s challenges," Tendulkar wrote in caption of his post. 

Tendulkar, who is widely regarded as one of greatest batsmen in cricket history, is kwn for his philanthropic work in India, particularly in areas of children's education and healthcare. He has been involved in several charitable initiatives, including provision of clean drinking water and sanitation facilities in rural areas of India through Sachin Tendulkar Foundation.

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Gates, meanwhile, is one of world's wealthiest people and is kwn for his philanthropic work through Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. foundation has donated billions of dollars to support global health initiatives, including erication of polio and development of new vaccines in India. Gates is currently on a trip to India to see work done by entrepreneurs and invators. This is Gates' first visit to India after COVID-19 pandemic. 

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23:34 IST, February 28th 2023