The Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), has inaugurated a state-of-the-art ‘Sports Lab Fitness Centre’ in Hisar, Haryana. This marks an expansion of HMIF’s flagship Sports Lab project, underscoring its commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting excellence in sports at the grassroots level.
Highlights:
- HMIF Launches Cutting-Edge ‘Sports Lab Fitness Centre’ and Announces Major Expansion of Sports Lab Program
- Over 7,500 young athletes from Haryana and Punjab have already benefitted from the Sports Lab initiative.
- The program aims to provide mentorship, resources, and equipment to young athletes, while also raising awareness about the importance of health, fitness, and sports.
The new Sports Lab Fitness Centre aims to provide budding athletes with top-tier training facilities and expert guidance to enhance their physical fitness and overall performance through specialized therapies and sports injury rehabilitation. Equipped with modern fitness equipment and staffed by certified trainers, the center caters to athletes from various sports disciplines.
The fitness center was inaugurated by Special Guest Ms. Saina Nehwal, a celebrated badminton player and Olympic medallist, in the presence of Chief Guest Dr. Rajesh Kumar Mohan, Additional Superintendent of Police (IPS) – Hisar, Haryana, Mr. Puneet Anand, Vertical Head – Corporate Communication & Social, HMIL, along with government officials from Haryana’s education department, prominent local dignitaries, athletes, and representatives of sports federations.
At the launch event, Mr. Puneet Anand expressed his enthusiasm: “With HMIF’s Sports Lab initiative, we envisioned a holistic sports CSR program that will create a legacy beyond just winning medals and accolades. We are fostering a generation of healthy, confident, capable, and compassionate individuals who will make a difference in the world. Aligned with Hyundai’s global vision of ‘Progress for Humanity,’ we aim to bring about positive change in society by giving budding athletes a platform and the right guidance to pursue sports as a viable career option. The implementing agency of the Sports Lab project, Roots Foundation, has been an able partner in driving these efforts on the ground.”
Ms. Nehwal’s presence added inspiration and motivation for the young athletes. She commented on the initiative, “HMIF’s Sports Lab initiative is a great platform that will help budding athletes recognize their potential and realize their dreams. For any athlete, access to the right coaching and resources is critical to their growth and success. I am confident that with this initiative, young and talented athletes from Haryana and Punjab will have better opportunities to train and represent India at national and international levels.
I look forward to seeing athletes shine through this program at various sporting events and earn glory for the nation.”
The event also marked the expansion of the Sports Lab project to Jind, Haryana, and Mansa, Punjab. Launched in 2022 in collaboration with Roots Foundation, the Sports Lab project aims to identify and nurture young sports talent at the grassroots level through mentorship and advanced training. By collaborating with local schools, sports clubs, federations, and government bodies, HMIF aims to build a sustainable ecosystem that promotes athletic growth and excellence.
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