Ayushman Khurana Appointed By UNICEF as Celebrity Advocate in India
Bollywood actor Ayushman Khurana is newly appointed UNICEF celebrity Advocate in India. His work will be to end violence against children. This will be a challenging role for the actor as whole world is facing COVID-19. He will spread awareness among public about violence and abuse related to children. Ayushman is a challenge accepting celebrity. We are sure that he will work hard to meet the expectations that UNICEF has from him.
India’s Current Scenario
India is among largest countries with huge number of children. India has around 472 million children Child under the age of eighteen years as per Census 2011. This figure will definitely be increased when latest Census is conducted by government of India.
Protection policies of India have introduced various laws to protect children and their childhood. But still people are not aware of it. This is where celebrities can play a vital role. These celebrities are like role model for many of their fans. People listen to them carefully. They try to follow their habits and actions in the life. Using the skills for such a noble cause is best for not only them but to children also.
About UNICEF?
Full form of UNICEF is United Nations International Children Education Fund. It is an agency of United Nations which works to provide better humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide. It came into existence 11 December 1946. Headquarter of UNICEF is in New York, United States. The organisation is currently headed by Henrietta H. Fore. It relies entirely on contributions from governments and private donors.
Earlier in 2013, Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar was also appointed as advocate the UNICEF in India.
Possible Question:
Q:- Who is appointed as Celebrity Advocate of UNICEF In India?
Ans: Ayushman Khurana
