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  • Chinese Wok Celebrates 10 Years with 10000 Meals for Children Across India

    Chinese Wok

    Mumbai: Chinese Wok marked its 10th anniversary with a unique nationwide initiative. To commemorate the milestone, Chinese Wok served over 10,000 freshly prepared meals to school children across 10 Indian cities in just 10 days.

    The campaign reached Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, Lucknow, and other cities, delivering the joy of freshly made Desi Chinese meals to children in underserved communities.

    Each event transformed into a celebration filled with smiles, laughter, and togetherness. Branded merchandise added excitement, creating lasting memories for the young participants.

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    Chinese Wok: Employee-Led Initiative

    Hundreds of employees from Chinese Wok restaurants, regional offices, and the corporate team actively contributed by preparing meals, distributing food, and spending meaningful time with the children.

    Their participation turned the anniversary into a truly people-driven celebration of joy and connection.

    Aayush Madhusudan Agrawal, Director of Lenexis Foodworks, said, “Completing 10 years is a proud milestone for all of us at Chinese Wok. We wanted to celebrate not just within our restaurants, but also by bringing joy to children and communities that inspire us every day. This initiative reflects our long-term belief that food can be a force for good, and we will continue to build on this commitment as we grow.”

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    Chinese Wok’s Parent Company Expands Nationwide

    The initiative is aligned with Lenexis Foodworks’ larger vision of making food a positive force for communities.

    With brands such as Chinese Wok, Big Bowl, and The Momo Co., the company continues to expand its footprint across India while reinforcing its commitment to spreading joy and creating a lasting social impact.

    Author

    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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