Pune:Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has pledged to contribute Rs 3 crore to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to assist the making of masks and rapid testing kits to help the battle against COVID-19.
After donating Rs 25 crores to the PM CARES fund, the actor contributes Rs 3 crores to BMC to assist in the making of PPE, masks and rapid testing kits."Akshay has been spreading awareness among fans about the necessary precautions to be taken to stay safe amid the coronavirus outbreak through his social media handles.
On Thursday, Akshay acknowledged the contribution of all essential workers during the lockdown period, and encouraged people to use the hashtag 'Dil Se Thank You' to express their gratitude to the people "who work to ensure our safety."(UNI)