Reliance Foundation And Nita Ambani Rewards Indian Olympians And Paralympians at ‘United in Triumph’
The Reliance Foundation under Nita M. Ambani hosted ‘United in Triumph’ at Antilia, Mumbai, in celebration of the Olympic and Paralympic athletes of India. It happened after India’s record-breaking performance in the Paris Paralympics 2024, wherein Indian athletes grabbed 29 medals, out of which, seven were gold medals. Nita Ambani throws spotlight on sporting excellence and equality Speaking to over 140 Olympians and Paralympians, Nita Ambani specifically focused on the unifying strength of sport. She saluted their collective efforts, stating how Indian athletes have proudly taken the tricolor to the world in recent months. Mrs. Ambani also spoke of the challenges that female athletes face in India, mostly from rural backgrounds, who defy societal and economic odds to succeed in the international arena. She extolled the achievement of making a powerful statement to teenage girls that nothing is impossible. Akash Ambani Wonders at Athletes’ Influence and Mother’s Vision Akash Ambani thanked the athletes as a source of inspiration for which he credits to his mother, Nita Ambani, who visualized the event and is working to help towards the vision of an inclusive sporting culture in India. Celebration of Sporting Icons from India and Stars in the Rise The event salutes Olympic and Paralympic legends like Neeraj Chopra, Manu Bhaker and Devendra Jhajharia, among others, however also acknowledges some of the faces for the future, such as the young Dhinidhi Desinghu, who is the youngest Indian athlete competing at Paris 2024. A Special Tribute to Nita Ambani’s Contribution In a special gesture, Paralympic champions Devendra Jhajharia and Sumit Antil presented the torch of the Paris Paralympics 2024 to Nita Ambani. This was in recognition of her contributions to inclusive sports development. Event Enthused On Inclusivity and Excellence An event like ‘United in Triumph’ is a defining moment for Indian sports, exemplifying the need for inclusivity and excellence in all arenas. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
