Tragedy Strikes: Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal Mourns Son's Sudden Death in US Skiing Accident
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Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal is grappling with the devastating loss of his 49-year-old son, Agnivesh, who passed away in a New York hospital after a skiing accident. In a heartfelt message, Agarwal described the incident as the 'darkest day' of his life, saying it has left his family shattered. Agnivesh, a sportsman, musician, and leader, was recovering well in Mount Sinai Hospital after the skiing accident in the US. However, he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, which ultimately led to his untimely demise. The loss has left Agarwal and his wife, Kiran, heartbroken, with Agarwal describing his son as his 'friend,' 'pride,' and 'world.' Agnivesh was a dedicated individual who believed in building a self-reliant India. He shared his father's vision of creating a society where no child goes hungry, receives quality education, and has access to meaningful work. In his message, Agarwal renewed his promise to donate over 75% of the company's earnings to society and vowed to live a simpler life. Agnivesh, the eldest son of billionaire Anil Agarwal, had a remarkable career, having studied at Mayo College and setting up Fujairah Gold. He also served as the chairman of Hindustan Zinc and was a member of the board of Vedanta group firm Talwandi Sabo Power Limited (TSPL). The sudden loss of Agnivesh has sent shockwaves across the business community, with Agarwal's heartfelt message serving as a tribute to his son's remarkable life and legacy.