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  • “Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show saw a rise in participation from media and creative companies”: Ajay Kakar

    “Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show saw a rise in participation from media and creative companies”: Ajay Kakar

    Mumbai: The 55th edition of the Abby Awards powered by One Show marks a milestone in the recognition of excellence in advertising, bringing together the industry’s brightest minds and creative talents. This year’s awards showcase an increase in participation and entries, reflecting the growing competitiveness in the advertising community.

    Indiantelevison.com caught up with Ajay Kakar – Chairperson of Awards Governing Council Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show and Managing Committee Member, The Advertising Club, where he shared a deeper understanding on the relevance of the event, judging process and much more!

    Edited excerpts

    On the relevance of conducting Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show

    We have remained contemporary and attuned to the changing times. We are the only awards that I know of which are for the industry, by the industry, and of the industry. While there are award shows that operate primarily as commercial platforms, our focus is on inspiring and recognizing our own industry.

    On the surge in participation and entries

    This year, the Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show saw a rise in participation from media and creative companies. The number of media agencies involved jumped to 73, up from 63 last year, while creative companies saw an increase from 181 to 198. The entries from media agencies surged to 1,258 from last year’s 1,019, indicating an engagement in the competition. Although the entries from creative companies slightly decreased to 2,248 from 2,282, the total number of entries reached an impressive 3,506 surpassing last year’s 3,301.

    On the introduction of new categories

    The Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show introduced three new age categories – Digital, Mobile, and Technology, which garnered 626 entries from 75 companies. This addition reflects the evolving landscape of advertising, emphasizing the importance of innovation and technological integration in the industry.

    On the diverse and inclusive jury

    A panel of 23 jury chairs and 204 jurors across 23 categories ensured a rigorous and fair judging process. This year’s jury included 68 female judges, contributing to a 33:67 gender ratio, and out of the 23 jury chairs, nine were women, reflecting a commendable 40:60 ratio. The inclusion of 53 new, young, award-winning judges, constituting 26 per cent of the jury, underscores the bright and shining future for India.

    On the return of leading agencies

    Prominent agencies such as Lowe Lintas, McCann Worldgroup India, DDB Mudra, and Famous Innovations returned to compete, highlighting their influence in the advertising sector.

    On the rigorous judging process

    The Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show employed a meticulous judging process, combining the renowned One Show system of shortlist and award rating with independent verification by KPMG. This rigorous approach ensures the highest standards of integrity and credibility in the selection of winners.

    On this year’s new and exciting categories

    This year’s awards introduced several new and exciting categories to acknowledge the latest trends and innovations in advertising:

    1.Best Use of AI: Added as a sub-category in both digital and technology verticals.

    2.Copywriting for Web and Digital Craft: Added in digital and digital verticals.

    3.Health Vertical: This new category includes sub-categories such as OTC Oral Medicines, OTC Products, and Nutraceuticals. Additionally, a new specialist agency award, Health Specialist of the Year, recognises the best performance by a company in this vertical.

  • Manoj Bajpayee joins the Nand Ghar Movement

    Manoj Bajpayee joins the Nand Ghar Movement

    Mumbai: Nand Ghar, which aims to transform 14 lakh angawadis across India, unveiled a national movement – Agar Bachpan Se Poocha Khaana Khaya, Toh Desh Ka Kal Banaya (अगर बचपन से पूछा खाना खाया तो देश का कल बनाया) with actor Manoj Bajpayee. This movement by Nand Ghar is aimed at nourishing India’s future generation by ensuring holistic healthcare, quality nutrition and ensuring best-in-class preschool education for children.

    Welcoming Manoj Bajpayee in joining this movement, Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal said, “Project Nand Ghar is a national movement that supports the overall well-being of children and women with a focus on health and nutrition. We are delighted that Manoj Bajpayee ji has extended his support to this growing movement. His personal life story deeply resonates with Nand Ghar’s cause to nourish and transform the lives of our future generations.”

    In the heartwarming campaign launch on 1 May, Manoj Bajpayee was seen narrating his personal journey as a young theatre actor and outlined the invaluable support of his friends in ensuring regular nutritious meals for him while pursuing the acting dream. Bajpayee poignantly describes an artist’s struggle, acknowledging that the strength to pursue one’s dreams comes from a full stomach and wholesome food. Bajpayee further urged people to extend their support by visiting www.nandghar.org and to donate, volunteer or partner with Nand Ghar.

    Enthused about his association with Nand Ghar, Manoj Bajpayee said, “As someone who has lived with hunger pangs, I understand the deep impact it can have on physical, mental and emotional well-being. That’s why initiatives like Project Nand Ghar are so crucial. It not only ensures that children receive proper nutrition but also brings hope, opportunity, and a chance for a brighter future. Let’s all join hands with the Nand Ghar movement to ensure that we nourish the potential of children, and together, prepare for a brighter India.”

    Sharing his thoughts on the movement conceptualised by McCann, McCann Worldgroup India CEO & CCO and chairman, Asia Pacific Prasoon Joshi said “If we want to give our children a genuine chance at realizing their true potential, then well-rounded nutrition is essential.  What better way to highlight this than to bring forth some of India’s most famous sons and daughters who have faced this hurdle in their journey.”

    Nand Ghar is the flagship project of Anil Agarwal Foundation (AAF) and has been working towards ensuring that no child goes to bed hungry – a dream of Chairman Anil Agarwal. In a milestone moment for Nand Ghar,  we have been successful in reducing malnutrition levels while increasing pre-schoolers’ attendance at Nand Ghars across 14 states in India. Last year, AAF also launched multi-millet nutri bars which are currently being distributed daily to 50,000 children between three-six years across 1364 Anganwadis in Varanasi. These bars, rich in protein, fibre, and antioxidants have not only improved the daily nutrient intake of children, but also, reduced absenteeism.

    With credible voices joining the #KhanaKhayaKya movement, Nand Ghar is inviting citizens and like-minded organisations to partake in this journey of transformation. It is paving the way to realise the dream of a better tomorrow for our nation.

  • The Advertising Club campaign elevates ABBY Awards powered by One Show 2024 prominence in the industry

    The Advertising Club campaign elevates ABBY Awards powered by One Show 2024 prominence in the industry

    Mumbai: In a persistent endeavor to elevate prominence in the South Asian and the global advertising industry, The Advertising Club (TAC) has unveiled a campaign for the upcoming ABBY Awards powered by One Show 2024. Positioning as the unequivocal benchmark of excellence in the advertising industry, the campaign highlights the collective spirit of the industry, encouraging professionals to unite and contribute to shaping the future of the industry collectively.

    The ABBY Awards stands out as the sole creative award show in India administered by the industry and endorsed by one of the best in the world, The One Show. The laurels achieved at the ABBY Awards powered by One Show 2024 hold significant weight, with winning works also triumphing at prestigious global platforms such as Cannes Lions, The One Show, and D&AD. The esteemed jury panel comprises the crème de la crème of the global creative fraternity, ensuring a rigorous and impartial selection process, further endorsed by The One Show.

    Speaking on the initiative, Ajay Kakar, Chairperson, Awards Governing Council, ABBY Awards powered by One Show 2024 and Managing Committee Member, The Advertising Club, said, “At The Advertising Club, we are committed to bringing forward and honoring the masterpieces and the masterminds. The ABBY Awards powered by One Show 2024 serve as a testament to the extraordinary work that our industry creates and its potential to shape the future. With this campaign, we invite the industry to come forward, submit their best work, and together elevate the collective creativity to unparalleled global heights.”

    McCann Worldgroup India executive director Alok Lall further added, “We believe in celebrating not just the present achievements but also the future that we are collectively building for our industry. The ABBY Awards powered by One Show 2024 serve as a beacon for the creativity that defines our industry’s trajectory.”

     

  • Air India launches new inflight safety video

    Air India launches new inflight safety video

    Mumbai: Air India, India’s leading global airline, has unveiled ‘Safety Mudras’, the airline’s new inflight safety video that seamlessly blends safety instructions with the kaleidoscope of India’s vibrant culture. Developed in collaboration with the visionary trio of Prasoon Joshi of McCann Worldgroup, Shankar Mahadevan and Bharatbala, the video is meticulously crafted to engage passengers and showcase the diversity and depth of the Indian culture, while delivering essential safety information.

    For centuries, Indian classical dance and folk art forms have served as mediums of storytelling and instruction. Air India’s new inflight safety video integrates safety instructions with mudras or dance expressions in eight diverse dance forms – Bharatnatyam, Bihu, Kathak, Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Odissi, Ghoomar, and Giddha – from around the country. Each featured dance form presents a specific safety instruction, providing vital information in an engaging and culturally immersive manner.

    Air India CEO & MD Campbell Wilson said: “As a flagbearer of the country and a longstanding patron of Indian art and culture, Air India is delighted to present a work of art that is designed to deliver essential safety instructions while showcasing India’s rich cultural diversity to travellers around the world. Our guests will find this inflight safety video to be more immersive and informative, and a warm welcome to India from the moment they step onboard.”

    Featuring music composed by Grammy Award-winning music composer and singer Shankar Mahadevan, the video invites passengers to experience a harmonious fusion of safety and culture. This project, spanning approximately six months, involved creators travelling and capturing the essence of India visually through mesmerizing locations across the length and breadth of the country.

    The safety video will be initially accessible on Air India’s recently introduced A350 aircraft, which is equipped with state-of-the-art inflight entertainment screens. It will be progressively deployed on other aircraft in Air India’s fleet.

    McCann Worldgroup Asia Pacific chairman, McCann Worldgroup India CEO & CCO; and celebrated writer & lyricist Prasoon Joshi:

    “Tasked with the challenge to create a concept that keeps passengers engaged, embody Indian culture and elevate the Air India brand globally, we went to great lengths to poise the essential and the evocative. Indian classical dance forms have one unique dimension – storytelling. And that is what made me think of this idea of using these Indian dance forms to deliver the safety instructions for air travel.

    I am fortunate that this idea found resonance with the fantastic Air India team. And, with a longtime friend and ever brilliant Bharatbala who really made this thought possible. It’s indeed a matter of pride for McCann to work with Air India.”

    Celebrated Indian music composer and singer Shankar Mahadevan:

    “I am very happy I got to create the music for the safety instruction video for Air India. With the new chapter of Air India, their safety instruction video too is pathbreaking and very culturally rich. It is a combination of the various dance forms from India – with the dancers demonstrating the safety briefing actions by way of mudras. The music changes as per the dance form as well. Cheers to Air India for creating something that has never been done before, I am very proud to be a part of this.”

    Indian film director, producer and screenwriter Bharatbala:

    “Having previously worked on projects that showcase the cultural diversity of India, this nuanced opportunity from Air India, enabled me to present our timeless classical and folk-art forms with a contemporary vision. We are an ancient country but with a modern outlook. And for India’s leading global carrier, Air India, to communicate a safety mandate in this manner brought even more responsibility on me to create a spectacle. Filming across the beautiful landscapes and monuments, giving each dance form its place of pride, is truly an enriching experience. This journey enables the passengers to experience India visually, musically, and emotionally on a grand canvas. This film will be etched as one of my special creations and I hope will be an added feather in the rich legacy of Air India. Welcome on board!”

  • Mondelez India and McCann Worldgroup India win big at The Advertising Club’s EFFIE India Awards 2023

    Mondelez India and McCann Worldgroup India win big at The Advertising Club’s EFFIE India Awards 2023

    Mumbai: The Advertising Club hosted the latest edition of the coveted ‘EFFIE India AWARDS 2023’ with Celebrity Cricket League as the Associate Sponsor, Craving Digital as the Imagination Partner, Diageo India as the Celebration Partner, and Heineken Silver Beer as the Beverage Sponsor. Mondelez India was judged the EFFIE India Client of the Year, while McCann Worldgroup India was named EFFIE India Agency of the Year. The coveted Grand EFFIE was won by Enormous for Jaquar’s campaign ‘Unimaginable Brand Extensions.’

    Announced at a celebratory event at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai, the awards acknowledged the impact of success through work done by agencies and clients that set new benchmarks in effectiveness in marketing and advertising communication. Setting a new milestone, EFFIE India garnered a record-breaking 1276 entries this year, the highest in its 23-year history, with participation from 79 agencies.

    Speaking at the EFFIEs, The Advertising Club president Rana Barua said, “The EFFIEs stand as a testament to the power of impactful storytelling and strategic brilliance in our industry. My heartfelt gratitude to the advertising fraternity for their unwavering support, making these awards a celebration of creativity and effectiveness. Congratulations to all the winners for crafting campaigns that not only captivate but also leave a lasting impact on our audiences. Your creativity continues to shape the future of our industry. Here’s to another year of pushing boundaries and inspiring innovation in the world of advertising.”

    Elaborating on the awards, EFFIE India chairperson Mitrajit Bhattacharya said, “EFFIE India continues to showcase its unwavering commitment to celebrating excellence in advertising, honouring both exceptional work and the talented individuals behind it. I’d like to extend my gratitude to the esteemed judges who dedicated their time and expertise to assess a remarkable 1276 entries, setting a new record. Their commitment is truly commendable. A heartfelt thank you also goes out to our sponsors, the entire Ad Club managing committee, the EFFIE committee, EFFIE New York, and The Ad Club secretariat for their tireless efforts in making it a resounding celebration of creativity and innovation in the advertising industry.”

    EFFIE India co-chairpeson Pradeep Dwivedi added, “In yet another splendid year of the EFFIE India Awards, what stands out is how agencies and brands continue to put in their hard work. Their meticulous contributions in ideation, flawless execution, and the art of brand-building are truly commendable. EFFIEs has always added and will continue to add a profound insight into the concept of advertising awards. A big congratulations to all the winners and the participants.”

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  • Britannia Good Day sparks a movement of inclusivity on World Smile Day

    Britannia Good Day sparks a movement of inclusivity on World Smile Day

    Mumbai: This World Smile Day, McCann Worldgroup India has partnered with Britannia Good Day, India’s largest cookie brand, to unveil a heartwarming ‘Cleft Cookie’ campaign, celebrating diversity and inclusivity. Known for its iconic cookies adorned with a myriad of smiles, Britannia Good Day has chosen to mark World Smile Day by supporting the smiles of children born with cleft lip and palate.

    Owing to India’s substantial population, the country grapples with one of the highest incidents of cleft births worldwide, with roughly 35,000 children being born with this condition annually. Clefts, which involve a gap in the upper lip and/or the roof of the mouth (palate), are a prevalent birth condition occurring across all socio-economic backgrounds.

    ‘Cleft Cookies’ sees the creation of limited-edition packs, each adorned with a heartwarming cookie featuring a cleft smile semblance, seamlessly joining the diverse range of smiles that already grace the Good Day lineup. Over 6 Crore of these special packs will be made available for two months across Maharashtra and Gujarat, symbolising the brand’s commitment to celebrating smiles of every kind and championing inclusivity.

    The campaign aims to educate people about cleft lip and palate and, more significantly, to spark global recognition of the importance of inclusivity for children with a facial difference. Each limited-edition pack features a QR code, which, when scanned, takes consumers to a site containing informing about cleft conditions GooddaySmiles

    Consumers are also able to donate to Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft-focussed organisation and NGO collaborator with Britannia Good Day. Smile Train empowers local medical professionals with training, funding, and resources to provide free cleft surgery and comprehensive cleft care to children globally. This way, consumers are not merely alerted to the challenges faced by children born with cleft palates, but they are also presented with the means to participate in the profound transformation of lives.

    Britannia Industries Limited chief marketing officer Amit Doshi said, “Britannia Good Day, has always been a beacon of joy, renowned for spreading smiles and happiness to millions across India. Today, we mark a monumental milestone by warmly embracing the smiles of children born with cleft conditions on our delectable cookies. This initiative underscores our enduring commitment to inclusivity, making every smile, regardless of its unique form, an integral part of the Good Day family. Through our partnership with Smile Train, we aspire to convey a resounding message of acceptance and unity, inviting all to savour the taste of inclusivity, debunk myths, and stand with us in forging a more inclusive world, where every smile is equally cherished.”

    McCann Worldgroup India CEO and chief creative officer Prasoon Joshi commented, “A smile is a universal symbol of joy. Changing an iconic product to draw attention to vulnerable children born with a cleft palate is a sensitive and valued initiative. The Britannia Good Day Cleft Cookie has brought pride and acceptance to smiles of every kind. We at McCann Worldgroup India with Britannia feel fortunate to have played a nuanced and meaningful role in making the world more joyful and inclusive.”  

    Smile Train senior vice president & regional director Asia Mamta Carroll expressed her gratitude towards Britannia Good Day. She said, “We are thrilled to partner with Britannia Good Day in launching the ‘cleft cookie campaign’. The iconic Britannia Good Day smile cookies have been a household favourite for decades and adding the cleft smile to bring focus on children with clefts on World Smile Day is a bold gesture, which will generate significant momentum in increasing awareness around clefts and promoting greater acceptance of people with clefts.”

  • Wunderman Thompson India onboards Jyoti Mahendru as chief people officer

    Wunderman Thompson India onboards Jyoti Mahendru as chief people officer

    MUMBAI: Wunderman Thompson India has announced the appointment of Jyoti Mahendru as its new chief people officer, effective 1 August 2022. Mahendru will be responsible for talent development & talent acquisition strategies across the organisation and its group companies while growing and enhancing the agency’s DEI, talent management and development initiatives. She will report directly to Wunderman Thompson South Asia CEO Shams Jasani.

    Mahendru is a seasoned professional who has spent over two decades in the industry guiding organisations through growth and transformation. She has held leadership positions across diverse industries, such as media, retail & advertising. She joins Wunderman Thompson from McCann Worldgroup India where she served as the executive vice president of human resources.

    Wunderman Thompson South Asia CEO Shams Jasani said on the appointment, “People are our strongest asset and Jyoti’s appointment comes at a time when we are keenly looking at bolstering our efforts to create an environment that fosters learning, growth and development. With her varied exposure, expertise and experience, Jyoti will help us build high performance teams that is integral to our next phase of growth, while helping us streamline processes and shape practices that will enable every employee to accelerate growth, unlock their potential and have a fulfilling career.”

    On taking up her new role at Wunderman Thompson, India, Jyoti Mahendru, commented, “Wunderman Thompson India is on an incredible journey to inspire growth for businesses and talent. It is an honour and a privilege to be a part of a legacy agency that has set its vision on being people first that recognises and rewards talent, with a strong focus on diversity, equity and inclusion. As the new chief people officer, I am looking to drive change that not only creates an agile future-ready organisation, but also, increases a sense of employee belonging and fosters the next generation of leaders.”

  • Bajaj Electricals launches multimedia campaign to promote new range of fans

    Bajaj Electricals launches multimedia campaign to promote new range of fans

    Mumbai: Bajaj Electricals has launched a new multimedia campaign titled ‘Fan Nahin Fantastic’ to unveil its technologically superior range of fans. The campaign is currently live across TV, print, digital and in-store display.

    Through this launch, Bajaj Electricals retains its position as the go-to contemporary fan brand for the modern Indian consumer. The brand’s creative agency McCann Worldgroup India has worked on the films.

    By introducing such unique advanced features, the brand has reaffirmed its position as a leading player and consumer’s go-to choice in the fan category. Founded on the pillars of innovation, technology and nuanced understanding of the consumers, Bajaj Electricals continues its journey towards building the future and opening the world to newer possibilities.

    The brand’s consumer research highlighted that modern Indian consumers are increasingly looking for new-age features in fans and the top three factors they consider while purchasing a fan are speed of the fan, preference for low noise and aesthetic fans that can uplift the home décor, said the statement.

    Keeping this in mind, Bajaj Electricals’ latest offering caters to all these requirements. The range includes the super high-speed 425 RPM fans that offer a high blast of air for quick comfort, silent fans with reduced noise levels and decorative fans in ceiling, tower & pedestal range that are in the premium category. The newly launched models can be purchased from all leading retail outlets and e-commerce websites.

    “Over the years we have tried to understand the requirements of the consumer and have added Super High-Speed, Silent and Decorative fans to our existing vast range,” said Bajaj Electricals business head of consumer products Krishna Raman. “The latest campaign ‘Fan Nahin Fantastic’ is an interesting articulation of the changing needs of today’s modern consumer and we hope the new TVC shown in a lighter vein will strike a chord with them. With the latest range, we aim to go beyond the basic requirement of fans as an appliance by enhancing functionality and appearance in a way that enables our fans to seamlessly fit in our consumer’s daily life.”

    “We wanted to create a sharp, disruptive, and humorous storytelling that is completely driven by functionality and highlights the product proposition. The new range of Bajaj fans are designed with technological innovation that offer a bouquet of consumer benefits, tailored to the varied demands of the new-age consumers. And our campaign idea ‘Fan Nahin Fantastic’ demonstrates and underlines this unique proposition,” added McCann Worldgroup executive director and head of creative Ashish Chakravarty.

  • Effie Awards India ’21: The Ogilvy Group, Mondelez India bag the Grand Effie

    Effie Awards India ’21: The Ogilvy Group, Mondelez India bag the Grand Effie

    Mumbai: Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) was judged the Effie Client of the Year, while McCann Worldgroup India was named Effie India Agency of the Year in the latest edition of the “Effie Awards India 2021” hosted by The Advertising Club in a virtual ceremony on Friday night. 

    The coveted Grand Effie was won by The Ogilvy Group and contributing agency, Wavemaker India, for Cadbury Dairy Milk’s campaign “Melting Power Distance” under the ‘Integrated Advertising Campaign: Products’ category.

    HUL bagged ten medals, including four gold, three silver, and three bronze. Some of the most successful creatives of the brand were “H for Handwashing” and “Use Any Soap” both released during the pandemic to promote handwashing by the brand Lifebuoy. 

    McCann Worldgroup India took home a total of 30 medals, including one gold, nine silver, and four bronze. The group also won gold for its Dettol campaign “Using Virality to Fight The Virus” in the ‘Influencer Marketing’ category. Other top agencies to win big were Ogilvy, MullenLowe Lintas, DDB Mudra, and Leo Burnett.

    The other top clients were Mondelez, RB, ITC, and Nestle. 

    The awards that celebrated the finest brands and ground-breaking campaigns in the year gone by were presented by Colors, powered by MX Player and Aditya Birla Capital was a category sponsor of the virtually held event.

    This year, The Ad Club received a record 950 entries and saw participation from 51 agencies. “Looking at the cases that have won here today, you will know for a fact that this is the highest level of award in this country,” said The Advertising Club president, Partha Sinha, speaking about the participants and winners at the awards.

    “Effie India today is the most definitive award in the country – and is revered by both the client and the agency. I want to thank every single member of the jury, the participating agencies, and the sponsors. You know that this award has reached the level thanks to all of you. Let the celebrations continue but more importantly let the effective culture continue. As I had mentioned before we are going to hold Effie effectiveness workshops in Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru. Watch this space for more details,” Sinha added.

    “It gives me great pleasure to deliver the first virtual awards presentation of Effie India. It has been a long and tough journey over the past one and half years to bring this to life. To judge 950 entries over two rounds of judging by 520 judges, with minimal physical meetings has been quite a task. I thank each participating agency and client for their support. And a big thank you to our sponsors, the Ad Club managing committee, Effie committee and the Ad Club secretariat to make this possible,” stated Effie India chairperson Mitrajit Bhattacharya.

    Founded in 1954 The Ad Club is an industry body that provides a dynamic platform for professionals from the advertising, marketing, media, research, and communication fraternity to gain from each other’s experience. The awards celebrate the best work by agencies and clients that set new benchmarks in effectiveness in marketing and advertising communication.

  • Vedanta celebrates the spirit of social transformation in new campaign

    Vedanta celebrates the spirit of social transformation in new campaign

    Mumbai: Vedanta Limited, a subsidiary of Vedanta Resources Limited, has launched a new campaign through its flagship project, Nand Ghar, focused on key areas of Health, Education, Nutrition, Women Empowerment & Hygiene. The campaign titled #ForABetterKal aptly showcases the essence of Nand Ghar, aiming to bridge the gap between urban and rural India.

    The Nand Ghar project – run under the aegis of the Anil Agarwal Foundation – is transforming the Anganwadi ecosystem in collaboration with the Union Ministry of Women & Child Development, the company said in a statement on Saturday.

    With more than 2,300 Nand Ghars across 11 States, the #ForABetterKal campaign is key to bringing out stories to the world and aid transformation in rural women & children. Nand Ghar aims to transform the lives of seven crore children and two crore women at the grassroots level, it added.

    Shedding more light on the initiative, Vedanta Resources’ director Priya Agarwal Hebbar said, “All women and children deserve equal opportunities. Vedanta Nand Ghars are working towards providing the best nutrition, healthcare, education and skilling for children and women in rural India to help them grow and become self-sufficient. These videos are a testimony to the undying spirit of our frontline workers of Nand Ghar who are fulfilling these dreams through their unwavering determination.”

    The campaign, conceptualised and created by McCann World Group, has unveiled five videos paying tribute to frontline workers of Nand Ghar who are working tirelessly towards the upliftment of communities. These videos will be launched as TVCs across multiple national television channels as well as social media platforms. They will be aired on leading channels supported by digital, outdoor and retail activation plan.  

    Speaking on the idea behind the video campaign, McCann Worldgroup India’s CEO & CCO Prasoon Joshi said,  “A brand carries in itself rivulets of narratives that gradually engage and build a unique relationship. Desh ki Zarooraton ke Liye has already struck a chord with the audience. With the launch of the second phase of this campaign, a new dimension to this relationship will be added.”