Tampa, Florida USA:  Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita M. Ambani was honoured with the prestigious AAPI Humanitarian Award during a ceremony hosted by the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) in Tampa, Florida. The recognition celebrates her significant contributions to healthcare, education, sports, culture, community development and humanitarian service through the Reliance Foundation.

During the event, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor presented Ambani with the Key to the City of Tampa, one of the city's highest civic honours. The symbolic award is bestowed upon individuals whose exceptional contributions have created a meaningful and lasting impact on society.

The AAPI Humanitarian Award acknowledges Ambani's continued efforts in advancing social welfare through the Reliance Foundation. Over the years, the foundation has led initiatives across healthcare, education, rural transformation, women's empowerment, disaster relief, sports development, and the preservation of India's arts and cultural heritage.

Accepting the honour, Ambani expressed gratitude to the foundation's dedicated team, stating that humanitarian work is the result of collective commitment rather than individual achievement. She dedicated the award to every member of the Reliance Foundation family who continues to serve communities with dedication and compassion.

She also highlighted the foundation's guiding philosophy of caring for people, the nation and the planet, describing it as the driving force behind its social initiatives.

During her address, Ambani praised the Indian-American community for preserving Indian values while making valuable contributions to American society. She also commended physicians of Indian origin for earning widespread respect across the United States through their professional excellence and unwavering commitment to patient care.

The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin is among the largest organisations representing physicians of Indian origin in the United States and has honoured several distinguished personalities over the years for their outstanding service to society.