Nita Ambani facts for kids
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Nita Ambani
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Ambani in 2014
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Nita Dalal
1 November 1964 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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| Alma mater | Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics |
| Occupation | Philanthropist |
| Organisation | Reliance Foundation |
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| Children | 3 |
| Relatives | Dhirubhai Ambani (father-in-law) Anil Ambani (brother-in-law) |
| Awards | Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar (2017) |
Nita Ambani (born Nita Dalal on November 1, 1964) is an Indian businesswoman and a person who helps others (a philanthropist). She started and leads the Reliance Foundation. She also founded the Dhirubhai Ambani International School. She is a director at Reliance Industries.
Nita Ambani is married to Mukesh Ambani, who leads Reliance Industries Limited. Their family is one of the wealthiest in the world. She also collects art and owns the Indian Premier League cricket team, Mumbai Indians.
In 2016, India Today magazine named her one of the 'fifty high and mighty Indians'. Forbes also listed her among 'the most influential women business leaders in Asia'. In the same year, she became the first Indian woman to join the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Nita Ambani is also a co-chair of the Mumbai Academy of the Moving Image. In 2023, she opened the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai.
Early Life
Nita Ambani was born Nita Dalal on November 1, 1964. She grew up in a regular family in Mumbai, India. Her parents were Ravindrabhai Dalal and Purnima Dalal.
She earned a degree in commerce from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics. From a young age, she learned Bharatnatyam, which is a classical Indian dance. She became a professional Bharatanatyam dancer.
Her sister, Mamta Dalal, is a school teacher. She has taught the children of famous people like Sachin Tendulkar and Shah Rukh Khan.
Nita Ambani's Career
Nita Mukesh Ambani is the founder and leader of Reliance Foundation. This foundation is the part of Reliance Industries that focuses on helping society. In 2014, she joined the board of directors for Reliance Industries.
She also enjoys collecting art. In August 2023, Nita Ambani stepped down from her role on the Board of Directors of Reliance Industries (RIL). However, she still leads the Reliance Foundation. She continues to attend all RIL Board meetings as a special guest.
Jamnagar Township Project
In 1997, Nita Ambani helped with a big project. It was about building a town for the employees of Reliance's refinery in Jamnagar. This town was designed to be green and friendly to the environment. It was built to house over 17,000 people.
Reliance Foundation's Work
The Reliance Foundation is an organization in India that helps people. Nita Ambani started it in 2010. Reliance Industries supports this foundation.
Mumbai Indians Cricket Team
Nita Ambani is a co-owner of the Indian Premier League (IPL) team, Mumbai Indians. This team has won the IPL title many times, including in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020.
She also leads the ‘Education and Sports for All’ (ESA) program. This program is how Mumbai Indians gives back to the community. ESA has helped over 100,000 children who don't have many opportunities. It teaches them about education using different ways, including digital tools.
Dhirubhai Ambani International School
Nita Ambani also founded the Dhirubhai Ambani International School. This school is known as one of the best schools for its resources and services.
Joining the International Olympic Committee
On June 4, 2016, Nita Ambani was chosen as one of eight people to join the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The IOC is a group that organizes the Olympic Games.
She was officially elected as a member of the IOC on August 4, 2016. This made her the first Indian woman to become a member of this important global sports body.
Jio World Centre
Reliance Industries announced the opening of the first part of the Jio World Centre on March 4, 2022. This large center is located in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex.
Her Circle Platform
Her Circle is a special online platform for women. It has discussion groups and a social networking app. Reliance Foundation’s Nita Mukesh Ambani launched ‘Her Circle’ on International Women's Day, March 8, 2022.
This new project aims to help women become stronger using modern digital tools. Her Circle is for Indian women, but it also helps women all over the world. It gives women a "fun and safe place to talk, connect, work together, and support each other." Nita Ambani said, "When women lean on women, amazing things happen."
Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC)
The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) was opened by Nita Ambani on March 31, 2023. It is located inside the Jio World Centre in Mumbai.
The main idea behind this center is to offer programs for the community. These include outreach programs for schools and colleges. It also offers competitions, awards for art teachers, and art learning programs for adults.
The NMACC has four floors. It includes a large exhibition space and three theaters. The biggest theater, called the Grand Theatre, can seat 2,000 people. It has a unique chandelier shaped like a lotus, made with 8,400 Swarovski crystals.
There are three special areas for performances: The Grand Theatre, The Studio Theatre, and The Cube. The center also has the Art House. This is a four-story space to show the work of top Indian and international artists.
Personal Life
Nita met Mukesh Ambani when she was a school teacher. They got married in 1985. After getting married, she continued to work as a teacher for a few years.
Nita lives in a very tall private building called Antilia. It is known as one of the most luxurious and expensive homes in the world.
Nita and Mukesh Ambani have two sons and one daughter. She is also a grandmother to four young children.
Awards and Recognition
Nita Ambani has received several awards for her work.
- She received the 'Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Award 2017'. This award was given by the then-President of India for her efforts in promoting sports at the local level.
- She also received the Best Corporate Supporter of Indian Sports award from the Times of India.
