Kareena Kapoor Gets Emotional On Being Appointed As UNICEF India National Ambassador; PICS

UNICEF India on Saturday announced Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan as its new National Ambassador.

Kareena Kapoor appointed UNICEF India National Ambassador.

Kareena Kapoor, who has been associated with UNICEF India since 2014, will support the not-for-profit organisation in furthering every child’s right to early childhood development, health, education and gender equality.

The 'Crew' star had earlier served as a Celebrity Advocate for UNICEF India.

“There are few things as important as the rights of children, the future generation of this world. I am honoured to continue my association with UNICEF now as India’s National Ambassador," the 43-year-old actor said in a statement.

"I will strive to use my voice and influence for vulnerable children and their rights, especially around early childhood, education and gender equality. For every child deserves a childhood, a fair chance, a future," she added.

Kareena took to her Instagram to share a series of pictures from the event and express her joy on being appointed as the National Ambassador.

UNICEF India Representative Cynthia McCaffrey said she is delighted to welcome Kareena Kapoor Khan as the National Ambassador.

Besides Kareena, UNICEF India has also appointed its first-ever Youth Advocates, who are peer leaders and champions on issues like climate action, mental health, innovations and Girls in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). (All Image Source: Kareena Kapoor/Instagram.)