Chennai: Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has committed to donating 1.5 lakh packs of Horlicks to help provide immunity to health care workers and providers as they continue their tireless fight against Coronavirus.
According to a press release, the first packs have already reached 39 Covid hospitals across India and will soon reach all major Covid hospitals in 12 key cities.
Horlicks, which is being donated to hospitals, is a rich source of Zinc, Vitamin C and Vitamin D, it said.
Sanjiv Mehta, chairman and managing director, HUL said, “We are experiencing an unprecedented health crisis, and everyone should play a role in helping the nation fight this crisis. It is also our responsibility to stay safe and in good health. In addition to good hygiene practices, we need to have a healthy diet that builds the body’s natural defence mechanism. Today, I am truly delighted that we are able to provide Horlicks to several hospitals for the healthcare workers and providers, to support them in their fight against this disease.”