Actor Ayushmann Khurrana has been roped in by UNICEF India as its celebrity advocate to promote and support its work in ending violence against children. The 'Gulabo Sitabo' actor will join the likes of David Beckham who works on the campaign globally. The 35 year old posted a video on Instagram in which UNICEF representative in India Dr Yasmin Ali Haque welcomed Khurrana as a celebrity advocate for children's rights.
Dr Haque said, “I am delighted to welcome Ayushmann Khurrana as a UNICEF celebrity advocate. He's an actor who challenges the boundary of every role he plays. And now he is here to challenge all of us to do more to ensure every child has a safe and bright future.”
She added, “He will bring a sensitivity, passion and a powerful voice for every child, with a specific focus towards ending violence against children. Ayushmann's support will help increase awareness about this important issue, especially now with COVID-19 heightening the risk of violence and abuse against children due to the extended lockdown and the socio-economic impacts of the pandemic.”
Khurrana said, “I believe that everyone deserves the best start in life. As I watch my children play in the safety and happiness of our home, I think about all the children who never get to experience a safe childhood and grow up with violence at home or outside.”
