By The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) has forged a transformative three-year partnership with the Shrachi Group and Sports, a prominent Indian multinational conglomerate.
This collaboration underscores a growing emphasis on Paralympic sports in the country and aims to provide the PCI with essential resources to enhance its support for Paralympic athletes. The partnership is anticipated to elevate India’s medal prospects at the upcoming Paris Paralympic Games 2024 and serve as an inspiration for the nation’s broader multi-sport aspirations.
Expressing his sentiments on the occasion, Rahul Rodi, Managing Director of Shrachi Group, emphasized the importance of wholehearted support for Paralympic athletes, stating, “It has always been a deep desire to see my country do well in the Paralympics. It is an index of what we stand for as a society. We need to support the Paralympic movement in every way and not just express sympathy. Our support is a small effort in helping them better prepare for Paris and beyond.”
PCI President Devendra Jhajharia expressed gratitude towards Shrachi Group for their commitment, highlighting the positive shift in support for Paralympic sports, “This partnership will go a long way to helping us do our best in Paris, and I am confident the Paris Paralympic will be a watershed in the history of Indian sport. On behalf of the athletes, I thank Shrachi Sports for the support and the commitment shown to the cause.”
Chairman of Shrachi Group, Tamal Ghosal, underscored the remarkable achievements of Para athletes and emphasized the significance of corporate support, stating, “111 medals at the Asian Para Games was testimony to how good they are, and it is only fitting corporate India comes forward to support them in true measure.”
Shrachi Group, a prominent business conglomerate based in Kolkata, operates across various sectors including real estate development, agricultural machinery, engineering & EPC, and stationery. The company’s strong presence in Eastern India is complemented by its reputation for luxurious living spaces and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.
The Paralympic Committee of India, as the national governing body for Paralympic sports, plays a pivotal role in selecting and managing Indian athletes at prestigious international events such as the Paralympic Games, Asian Para Games, and the Commonwealth Games (CWG).
With this partnership, Shrachi Group and Sports aim to champion the cause of Paralympic sports development in India, paving the way for greater recognition, support, and success for Para athletes on both national and international stages.
