Nita Ambani receives the 'Citizen of Mumbai' award by the Rotary Club of Bombay

Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai, which was opened earlier this year, was envisioned by Nita as a platform to spotlight Indian arts and culture at its best, both for the audience and the artists. (Photo: Special Arrangement)

Reliance Foundation chairperson Nita Ambani was awarded the 'Citizen of Mumbai' Award 2023-24 by the Rotary Club of Bombay for her contributions to healthcare, education, sports, arts, and culture.

Ambani is the owner of Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful cricket teams in the Indian Premier League. Additionally, Ambani serves as the founder and chairperson of Football Sports Development Limited, which launched the Indian Super League. She also heads the 'Education and Sports for All' initiative, which supports children's development. Furthermore, Ambani owns MI New York, which won the inaugural edition of Major League Cricket (MLC), a professional American T20 league.

She is the first Indian woman to be elected as a member of the International Olympic Committee. Nita Ambani has also made history by becoming the first Indian to be elected as an Honorary Trustee of the Board of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, a significant achievement for the businesswoman and philanthropist.

Aside from her work in the arts, Nita Ambani is also dedicated to providing affordable and high-quality medical care to all Indians through the Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai. This hospital is committed to improving healthcare outcomes and ensuring that medical treatment is accessible to those in need.

The hospital is committed to improving healthcare outcomes and providing medical care to those in need. Nita Ambani recently stated that the foundation will continue its efforts to achieve this objective.

The Cultural Centre, Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, founded and chaired by Nita Ambani aims to preserve and promote Indian arts. The vision behind it was to create a platform where communities from India and around the world could come together, showcase their talents, and learn about each other's cultures.

Continuing the saga of bringing global performances and artists onto the Indian stage, the centre is bringing the world-famous musical Mamma Mia! to India in November.

Written by British playwright Catherine Johnson, the musical is based on songs recorded by Swedish band ABBA. The title of the musical is taken from the group’s 1975 chart-topper ‘Mamma Mia’.

During September, the center showcased a number of notable performances. Among these was a special performance by Pandit Nayan Ghosh, an award-winning tabla master, and his ensemble. They delved into the rhythmic sounds of North India and Iran, highlighting the cultural differences between the two regions. Additionally, renowned Indian classical dancer Chitra Dalvi performed at the center, featuring choreography by her mentor Sandhya Purecha, a veteran exponent of Bharatanatyam.

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