Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF) has onboarded 20 para-athletes under its ‘Samarth Para-Sports Programme.’ The initiative is jointly backed by GoSports Foundation which will extend structured support to the selected para-athletes for three years. The ‘Samarth Para-Sports Programme’ has been created to provide financial support, sports science support, assistance in procuring aids and appliances, soft skills training, and interaction with the best coaches and specialists.
The programme focuses on eight key sports categories: There are, indeed, many campaigns of Para-Athletics, Para-Swimming, Para-Badminton, Wheelchair Tennis, Para-Archery, Para-Rowing, Para-Canoeing, and Para-Cycling. Of 20 selected para-athletes, 15 are the new generation para-athletes aged 13 and above while 5 are elite para-athletes, aged 16 and above from different parts of India.
Mr. Unsoo Kim, Managing Director of Hyundai Motor India Limited, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, stating, “At Hyundai Motor India Limited, we are committed to fostering a world where each individual can contribute meaningfully. The Samarth Para-Sports Programme aligns with our vision of ‘Progress for Humanity’ and aims to foster an inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. By supporting para-athletes, our endeavor is to showcase their incredible talent on a world stage and give them a chance to pursue their passions. My best wishes to the GoSports Foundation and all the selected 20 para-athletes. I am sure these athletes will inspire countless others with their courage and determination and make India proud.”
Ms. Deepthi Bopaiah, CEO of GoSports Foundation, highlighted the foundation’s longstanding commitment to supporting para-athletes and expressed confidence in the program’s potential to drive significant change. “GoSports Foundation has been a pioneer in institutionalizing support for para-athletes, and we are looking forward to creating a larger change with Hyundai Motor India Foundation’s Samarth Para-Sports Programme. We aim to establish a platform for young and talented para-athletes to thrive and reach the pinnacle of para-sports, the Paralympics. We are confident that with the right support and approach, we will be able to make India a great sporting nation,” she said.
The ‘Samarth Para-Sports Programme’ represents a transformative platform for aspiring para-athletes, empowering them on their journey towards sporting excellence and overall development. This initiative not only nurtures talent but also aims to enhance India’s stature on the global stage, creating opportunities and inspiring future generations to pursue excellence.