Investment18 Nov 2025, 03:37 pm
HCLFoundation Steps Up Support for Indian Para-Athletic Community with Equipment & Scholarships
AI Summary
HCLFoundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of HCLTech, has announced an initiative to support elite and budding Indian para-athletes as part of its ‘Sports for Change’ initiative. The latest initiative, supported by the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), aims to boost the preparations of top para-athletes for international competitions. 14 elite para-athletes received sports equipment worth ₹ 37 lakh, while six budding para-athletes were awarded scholarships ranging from ₹ 1 lakh to ₹ 5 lakh. The initiative has positively impacted over 64,000 athletes, with 25 para-athletes representing India internationally.
Key Highlights
- HCLFoundation supports 14 elite para-athletes with sports equipment worth ₹ 37 lakh
- 6 budding para-athletes receive scholarships ranging from ₹ 1 lakh to ₹ 5 lakh
- Initiative aims to boost preparations for international competitions
- Over 64,000 athletes have been reached through the Sports for Change program
- 25 para-athletes have represented India internationally under the Sports for Change initiative