Published 14:28 IST, December 22nd 2020
Vikas Khanna felicitated with Mother Teresa Memorial Award, says 'absolutely honoured'
Vikas Khanna was felicitated with the Mother Teresa Memorial Award,. Sharing a video holding his trophy, he said he was 'absolutely honoured' for the award.
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As much as COVID-19 brought the world to a standstill, it also gave people the opportunity to help the needy. One such hero during the pandemic was Vikas Khanna, who arranged food and other essentials for millions of peple across cities. The Michelin Star Chef’s efforts were recently recognised, as he was felicitated with the Mother Teresa Memorial Award.
Vikas Khanna on receiving Mother Teresa Memorial Award
Vikas Khanna made the announcement on Twitter. Holding his trophy, he then said, “I am super honoured to be receiving the Mother Teresa’s Memorial Award 2020. This means a lot."
"I accept this award in honour of all those who stood up and supported each other during this very tough year. It’s because of your compassion, we all survived. I would forever cherish this," he added.
He also acknowledged his ‘Feed India’ team for their ‘hardwork, dedication and diligence’ that helped them feed millions of people during this pandemic.
ABSOLUTELY HONORED.
— Vikas Khanna (@TheVikasKhanna) December 22, 2020
Today I received Mother Teresa’s Memorial Award 2020.
I accept this prestigious award on behalf of all those who came forward to support the world during these tough times.
Thank you for your compassion. ❤️@TheMTMAwards pic.twitter.com/VWVVSXzLq7
The Mother Teresa Memorial award was constituted in memory of the Nobel Laureate, by the Harmony Foundation. The theme for the awards this year was ‘Celebrating Compassion In Times Of Covid’. IPS officer Sanjay Pandey, Director General, Home Guards is the other recipient of the award, to be held officially and virtual on December 27.
Vikas Khanna is reported to have donated 25 million meals across 125 cities. This is apart from donating essentials like sanitary pads and more during the pandemic.
Khanna is also in the news for his directorial debut The Last Color that released in India recently, after winning critical acclaim at film festivals.
14:28 IST, December 22nd 2020