FICCI Honor Youth Icons: Ayushman Khurrana and Neeraj Chopra

The FICCI Young Leaders Awards 2024, organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). The awards, held in New Delhi, feature diverse talents from various fields. Notable honorees include Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana and Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra.

FICCI Young Leaders Awards 2024

Organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI)
Recognizes and celebrates extraordinary contributions of young leaders
Aims to inspire the next generation and promote excellence
Held in New Delhi, featuring diverse talents from various fields

Notable Honorees

Ayushmann Khurrana

Received the FICCI Young Leaders Youth Icon Award 2024 in the Entertainment category
Only Bollywood actor to receive this honor this year
Recognized for his unique film choices and positive societal impact
Expressed gratitude and highlighted his intent to make society better through cinema

Neeraj Chopra

Honored with the FICCI Young Leader Youth Icon Award 2024 in the Sports category
Olympic gold medalist in javelin throw
Acknowledged for his outstanding achievements in athletics

Award Presentation and Significance

Awards presented by:

- Shashwat Goenka, President of FICCI Young Leaders Forum
- Aishwarya Bansal, Chair of FICCI Young Leaders Delhi NCR Chapter

Purpose of the awards:

- Recognize excellence in various fields
- Honor young leaders with exceptional skills
- Acknowledge individuals committed to positive societal change

Significance:

- Inspire Indian youth
- Showcase role models for the next generation
- Promote hard work, determination, and excellence

Event Highlights and Speeches

Ms. Rajivlochan spoke on 'Building the New India: Role of Our Young Leaders'
- Emphasized the importance of trust in business
- Stressed the need for robust institutional mechanisms
Aishwarya Bansal highlighted the awards' importance:
- Inspire an entire generation to dream bigger
- Encourage striving harder and leading with integrity
- Embody the values of the FICCI Young Leaders Forum

About FICCI

Full name: Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry
Non-government association based in New Delhi
Plays a crucial role in recognizing and promoting young talent across various sectors

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