On Mother's 13th Death Anniversary, Sonu Sood launches scholarship for IAS aspirants

Sonu Sood remembered his late mother on her 13th death anniversary on October 13 2020. Sharing a childhood picture of his mother, he penned an emotional note on social media.

Check out Sonu's heartfelt post below:

As a heartfelt tribute to his mother, Sonu has launched a scholarship programme for IAS aspirants. He took to Twitter to announce the same as he wrote:

“October 13; 13 years since My Mother passed. She left behind a legacy of Education. On her anniversary today, I pledge to support IAS aspirants reach their goals thru Prof Saroj Sood Scholarships. Seeking blessings Miss you maa. @Scholifyme."

A day ago, the actor had teased his followers hinting at the big announcement: “A Big initiative for aspiring IAS officers launching tomorrow. A Sonu Sood initiative.”

During the lockdown, Sonu Sood has turned into a messiah for hundreds of people and helped the migrant workers from every corner of the country to travel back to their homes safely. 

Besides helping migrant workers, Sonu has been offering help to the needy who approach him via social media.He has also created apps to provide scholarships, employment and other help for migrants.

Recently, Sonu was honoured with the SDG Special Humanitarian Action Award by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for his philanthropic work during the coronavirus pandemic.