- A Unique Initiative by the Adani Foundation: Athletes from 7 School Clusters—Including Tamnar, Dharamjaigarh, and Pusaur—Shine in Kabaddi and Kho-Kho Events
- A Celebration of Enthusiasm and Team Spirit; Winning and Runner-up Teams Honored with Trophies and Prizes
With the objective of nurturing hidden sporting talent in rural areas and providing a platform for young athletes to excel, the Adani Foundation organized a grand ‘Central Sports Competition’ (featuring Kabaddi and Kho-Kho) at the Adarsh Gramya Bharati Vidyalaya in the village of Milupara. More than 400 students from seven school clusters—including Tamnar, Dharamjaigarh, Milupara, Pusaur, Dhaurabhantha, Libra, and Rajpur—participated in this major event, demonstrating exceptional athletic ability, strict discipline, and remarkable team spirit.
The event commenced in the presence of distinguished guests, including Mr. Bhansidhar Chaudhary, Mrs. Nandini Manoj Rai, the Site Head (Pelma), the Site Head (Gare Pelma-III), and the Logistics Head. Other notable attendees included the Sarpanch of Milupara, Mr. Uddhav Bhagat; Deputy Sarpanch, Mr. Sitaram Chaudhary; Mandal President, Mr. Saroj Behera; as well as Mr. Yadlal Nayak, Mr. Bablu Patel, Mr. Ashok Patel, and Mr. Nityanand. Representatives from the Adani Group and local public representatives were also present.
Throughout the competition, the atmosphere on the Kabaddi and Kho-Kho courts was electric. Teams of boys and girls from various schools gave their all in pursuit of victory. Following intense competition, the winning and runner-up teams were honored during the closing ceremony with gleaming trophies, mementos, and special prizes. Additionally, to encourage a spirit of sportsmanship, attractive gifts were presented to all the young participants in the competition.
The Adani Foundation arranged special bus transport for students from rural areas, ensuring they could reach the venue safely. Furthermore, a medical team and comprehensive first-aid facilities were stationed at the sports ground to address any potential injuries or emergencies.
On this occasion, the guests encouraged the children, noting that sports are not merely about winning or losing; rather, they form the foundation for a child’s physical, mental, and holistic personality development. Engaging in sports fosters values such as leadership, discipline, and cooperation.
The Site Head at Pelma remarked that sports are an integral part of the educational system. Such events provide children from rural areas with an ideal platform to showcase their talent and encourage them toward a healthy lifestyle.
Meanwhile, the Site Head for Gare Pelma III stated that there is no shortage of talent among children in rural areas; they simply require the right platform and encouragement. He added that the Adani Foundation remains fully committed to fostering the advancement of children in both education and sports.
It is noteworthy that the Adani Foundation is consistently working at the grassroots level to promote a sports culture, alongside its ongoing efforts in rural areas to develop education, healthcare, livelihoods, and community infrastructure.