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Nita Ambani
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Ambani in 2024 at the Jio Convention Centre
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Nita Dalal
1 November 1963 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 Mukesh Ambani (born Nita Dalal on November 1, 1963) is an Indian businesswoman and philanthropist, which means she uses her wealth to help others. She is the founder and chairperson of the Reliance Foundation and the Dhirubhai Ambani International School. She is also a director at Reliance Industries, a major Indian company.
She is married to Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries Limited. Their family is one of the richest in the world. Besides her work in business and charity, Nita Ambani is a big fan of art and owns the Mumbai Indians, a popular cricket team in the Indian Premier League.
In 2016, Forbes magazine named her one of the most powerful women in business in Asia. That same year, she made history by becoming the first Indian woman to be a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
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Early Life and Education
Nita Ambani was born into a middle-class family in Mumbai. Her parents are Ravindrabhai Dalal and Purnima Dalal. Growing up, she learned Bharatnatyam, a classical Indian dance, and became a professional dancer.
For her education, she earned a bachelor's degree in commerce from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics. Her sister, Mamta Dalal, is a teacher who has taught the children of famous people like Sachin Tendulkar and Shah Rukh Khan.
Career Highlights
Nita Ambani has started and led many important projects in business, charity, and sports. In 2014, she joined the board of directors for Reliance Industries. She stepped down from this role in 2023 to focus more on her work with the Reliance Foundation, but she still attends all board meetings.
Reliance Foundation
In 2010, Nita Ambani founded the Reliance Foundation, which is the part of Reliance Industries that focuses on helping society. The foundation works on projects related to education, health, art, and helping communities grow.
Mumbai Indians Cricket Team
Nita Ambani is the co-owner of the Mumbai Indians, a cricket team in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The team has been very successful, winning the IPL championship in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020.
She also started a program called ‘Education and Sports for All’ (ESA). This program has helped over 100,000 children from poor backgrounds get access to education and sports.
Dhirubhai Ambani International School
Nita Ambani founded the Dhirubhai Ambani International School. It is known as one of the best schools in India because of its excellent resources and services for students.
International Olympic Committee
In 2016, Nita Ambani was elected as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This was a historic moment, as she became the first woman from India to join the committee, which is responsible for organizing the Olympic Games.
Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre
On March 31, 2023, Nita Ambani opened the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai. This center was created to celebrate and promote Indian arts and culture. It has theaters, art galleries, and spaces for workshops and community events.
The largest theater, called the Grand Theatre, can seat 2,000 people and has a stunning chandelier made with 8,400 Swarovski crystals. The goal of the center is to make art and culture accessible to everyone.
Personal Life
Nita was working as a school teacher when she met Mukesh Ambani. They got married in 1985. She continued to work as a teacher for a few years after their marriage.
They have three children: two sons and a daughter. Today, Nita is a grandmother to four grandchildren. The family lives in a famous skyscraper home in Mumbai called Antilia, which is known for being one of the most expensive houses in the world.
Awards and Recognition
Nita Ambani has received several awards for her work.
- In 2017, she was given the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar by the President of India for her work in promoting sports.
- The Times of India newspaper named her the Best Corporate Supporter of Indian Sports.
