Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company, has announced its collaboration with India’s first pan-disability cricket team as they prepare to embark on a landmark tour to England.
Per a company release, this initiative marks a “significant step towards fostering inclusivity and diversity in Indian sports”.
The team, comprising players with physical, hearing, and intellectual disabilities, will represent India in their international debut at the Vitality IT20 Mixed Disability Series against England.
Under the leadership of Mumbai’s Ravindra Sante, the team will play seven T20 International matches across venues in England during June and July. This tour not only represents a critical milestone in the global recognition of inclusive sports but also showcases the spirit and talent of Indian athletes.
In a ceremony held earlier this week in New Delhi, BPCL chief general manager – Sports (HRS), Deepak Jain, officially unveiled the team’s jersey, displaying the BPCL logo. The jersey stands as a symbol of BPCL’s commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities through the power of sports.
BPCL extends its best wishes to Team India as they take on this challenge. “The company remains committed to championing initiatives that drive positive change and set new benchmarks for inclusivity in Indian sports,” the release concludes.
