Unique initiative to promote Cricket among Parsee youngsters
Rustomjee Group has taken a step forward and wants to provides cricket infrastructure to the Parsee youngsters in Mumbai.Parsee community was among one of the first to take Cricket in India and first Indian team to tour England. To inculcate cricketing culture among Parsee youngsters in Mumbai, Rustomjee Group along with Parsee Gymkhana and Parsee Cyclist Club.
- (1888PressRelease) October 16, 2010 - Mumbai - In an effort to infuse cricketing culture among Parsee youngsters in Mumbai, Rustomjee Group has joined hands with Parsee Gymkhana and Parsee Cyclist Club to start cricket coaching centres in Parsee localities across the metropolis.
o Rustomjee Group provides cricket infrastructure to the Parsee youngsters in Mumbai
o Parsee community was among one of the first to take Cricket in India and first Indian team to tour England
Incidentally, Parsees were first Indians to travel England to play cricket matches in 1886. The community also produced cricketers like Russy Mody, Polly Umrigar, Nari Contractor, Farokh Engineer, Rusy Surti.
Speaking on the occasion, former Indian captain Mr Nari Contractor said, "The long cherished dream of providing some facility to young generation has come true, which we were planning for last seven years."
He further said, "There are lots of talents in the community. However, it needs to be tapped and the younger generation needs encouragement, support and equipments. I am happy that Parsee Gymkhana and Parsee Cyclist Club along with Rustomjee Group have taken this initiative to fulfill the dream of the community".
Rustomjee Group Chairman and Managing Director, Mr. Boman Irani said, "Cricket is an immensely popular sport in India and the world over, and is a favourite among Parsee community. We are happy to be associated with the cause and sponsor the game among younger generation of the community to further promote Cricket".
Recounting the rich contribution of community to the Indian Cricket, Mr Percy Chowdhry, Director, Rustomjee Group said, "It is pleasure to share the dais with legends. We encourage sports in Rustomjee schools and understand the importance of it in the overall development of children".
"As a real estate developer, we are happy to be part of this initiative to encourage young Parsees for Cricket," Mr Chowdhry further added.
As part of the initiative Rustomjee has built cricket pitches at Rustom Baug, Malcolm Baug and will be providing nets and kits. Farhad and Soli under the supervision of Zubin Bharucha will provide coaching to the youngsters in Rustom Baug.
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