Anushka Sharma bags PETA Person of the Year Award

Actress Anushka Sharma who is a vegetarian and an animal lover has been named as PETA Person of the Year by the animal rights organisation People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). The actress has clinched the title thanks to her social work for the safety of animals. From campaigning for the safety of dogs against fireworks to advocating for horses who are forced to pull carriages, the actress has done her share of social work for animals.

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“Anushka Sharma is a proud animal rights proponent whose kindness and initiative know no bounds,” says PETA Associate Director Sachin Bangera. He further said, “PETA is calling on everyone to follow her lead by eating healthy plant-based meals, helping community animals by speaking up when they’re suffering, and always keeping an eye out for new ways to help animals.” (Also Read: Anushka Sharma’s wedding wardrobe: A HIT or a MISS? Deets inside!)

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For those unaware, the actress was named PETA’s Hottest Vegetarian Celebrity way back in 2015. The actress recently launched the cruelty-free clothing line named NUSH, then visited an animal shelter, launched a campaign called PAWsitive to raise awareness about fireworks proving to be harmful for animals. Indeed, the actress deserved to win this title.

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