New Delhi [India], Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a 'Maharatna' and Fortune Global 500 company, announced its association with the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) as an official principal partner for four years, starting with the Olympic Games in Paris. 2024 until the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
The official ceremonial and playing uniforms for the Indian contingent at the Paris 2024 Olympics were launched in the national capital during a ceremonial farewell ceremony organized by the IOA in the national capital on Sunday. The partnership was announced at the event.
As part of this collaboration, BPCL will launch a series of campaigns designed to support and uplift the Indian contingent heading to Paris. These initiatives aim to inspire the nation, galvanize support for athletes and celebrate their relentless pursuit of excellence on the global stage. G Krishnakumar, Chairman and Managing Director, BPCL, said their aim is to provide confidence to sportspersons.
"In line with BPCL's philosophy of nurturing and encouraging sporting talent of our country from their early years and throughout their sporting careers, over the years we have inducted over 200 sportspersons in various disciplines. Our support serves to give confidence to athletes, acting as a springboard for their aspirations," Krishnakumar said.
"We are very pleased to be associated with the Indian Olympic Association and take great pride in being associated with champions who embody peak performance and intense passion, dazzling the world with impressive achievements," added the President of the Indian Olympic Association. , Sha, thanked BPCL for the association and said it signifies their shared commitment to nurturing sporting talent.
"We thank BPCL for partnering with the Indian Olympic Association, as the lead partner for a four-year journey starting from the Paris '24 Olympics and for supporting and believing in the potential of Indian athletes. This partnership signifies our shared commitment to fostering sports talent and cultivating role models for India," he said.
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Hardeep Singh Puri and Indian Olympic Association President Sha were among the key dignitaries who unveiled the Indian team's kits. Mandaviya said all Indians celebrated the hard work , the dedication and unbreakable spirit of the country's athletes who earned the honor of representing India on the biggest stage.
"This event is not just about the presentation of the uniform and ceremonial attire, but a symbol of the dreams and aspirations of billions of Indians who are united behind the athletes," he said.
"I am confident that this contingent will sustain India's growth trajectory in sports. We saw an increase from two medals in Rio 2016 to seven in Tokyo 2020 as India rose from 67th to 48th, helped mainly by the gold medal in javelin throw by Neeraj Chopra. I hope our athletes take us even higher in the medal table this time," Mandaviya added. The Union Sports Minister further said that the government has been at the forefront of a movement to make India a sporting power.
"Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government has supported athletes through various programmes, such as the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), which provides specialized support to those who make it to the top," he said.
"The government has worked tirelessly to support athletes of all disciplines to keep their world ranking high, send them for training in different locations in India and abroad, hire renowned foreign experts as coaches and support staff and ensure that the sports ecosystem keep pace with the evolution around the world," he said. Puri said it was a matter of pride for his Ministry to be able to support Indian Olympic sports.
"I am also glad that many of our public sector corporations employ many sportspersons, including Paris-bound Olympic athletes. I am sure that the Indian team will be inspired to put up memorable performances in Paris and return with a good number of medals ", he claimed. .
In her welcome speech, Usha said that she had leveraged her experience as an athlete to ensure that Indian athletes did not lack sports science support at Paris 2024. "We have come up with a very athlete-centric plan to help our athletes to perform at their best in Paris," he said.
"We have assembled a strong team under the leadership of Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala. It includes sports medicine experts, wellness specialists, nutritionists, physiotherapists and a sleep scientist," Usha added.
"For the first time, the IOA will also provide a participation allowance to athletes and technical and support staff. I am confident that India will return from Paris with its best performance in any Olympics," she concluded.The design of the game uniform of the Indian team shows the confidence, versatility and ferocity of the Indian wickets.
The fabric used in the equipment provides athletes with maximum comfort. The anti-static feature of the fabric prevents static cling, while the stretch feature allows the garment to move with the athlete's body and conform to their shape, providing a comfortable, personalized fit that allows for maximum range of motion, depending on the release.
Air ventilation allows for easy air flow and heat dissipation. Moisture wicking technology allows the fabric to draw moisture away from the skin to the outer surface of the garment, where it can evaporate. This will help keep the athlete's skin dry and fresh during physical activity, reducing chafing or irritation. The antimicrobial feature helps prevent unpleasant odors and fabric degradation, he added.India will send a contingent of about 120 athletes to the Olympics, including an athletics team led by defending men's javelin champion Neeraj Chopra, a team 21-member shooting team and a 16-member men's hockey team.
The official ceremonial and playing uniforms for the Indian contingent at the Paris 2024 Olympics were launched in the national capital during a ceremonial farewell ceremony organized by the IOA in the national capital on Sunday. The partnership was announced at the event.
As part of this collaboration, BPCL will launch a series of campaigns designed to support and uplift the Indian contingent heading to Paris. These initiatives aim to inspire the nation, galvanize support for athletes and celebrate their relentless pursuit of excellence on the global stage. G Krishnakumar, Chairman and Managing Director, BPCL, said their aim is to provide confidence to sportspersons.
"In line with BPCL's philosophy of nurturing and encouraging sporting talent of our country from their early years and throughout their sporting careers, over the years we have inducted over 200 sportspersons in various disciplines. Our support serves to give confidence to athletes, acting as a springboard for their aspirations," Krishnakumar said.
"We are very pleased to be associated with the Indian Olympic Association and take great pride in being associated with champions who embody peak performance and intense passion, dazzling the world with impressive achievements," added the President of the Indian Olympic Association. , Sha, thanked BPCL for the association and said it signifies their shared commitment to nurturing sporting talent.
"We thank BPCL for partnering with the Indian Olympic Association, as the lead partner for a four-year journey starting from the Paris '24 Olympics and for supporting and believing in the potential of Indian athletes. This partnership signifies our shared commitment to fostering sports talent and cultivating role models for India," he said.
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Hardeep Singh Puri and Indian Olympic Association President Sha were among the key dignitaries who unveiled the Indian team's kits. Mandaviya said all Indians celebrated the hard work , the dedication and unbreakable spirit of the country's athletes who earned the honor of representing India on the biggest stage.
"This event is not just about the presentation of the uniform and ceremonial attire, but a symbol of the dreams and aspirations of billions of Indians who are united behind the athletes," he said.
"I am confident that this contingent will sustain India's growth trajectory in sports. We saw an increase from two medals in Rio 2016 to seven in Tokyo 2020 as India rose from 67th to 48th, helped mainly by the gold medal in javelin throw by Neeraj Chopra. I hope our athletes take us even higher in the medal table this time," Mandaviya added. The Union Sports Minister further said that the government has been at the forefront of a movement to make India a sporting power.
"Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government has supported athletes through various programmes, such as the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), which provides specialized support to those who make it to the top," he said.
"The government has worked tirelessly to support athletes of all disciplines to keep their world ranking high, send them for training in different locations in India and abroad, hire renowned foreign experts as coaches and support staff and ensure that the sports ecosystem keep pace with the evolution around the world," he said. Puri said it was a matter of pride for his Ministry to be able to support Indian Olympic sports.
"I am also glad that many of our public sector corporations employ many sportspersons, including Paris-bound Olympic athletes. I am sure that the Indian team will be inspired to put up memorable performances in Paris and return with a good number of medals ", he claimed. .
In her welcome speech, Usha said that she had leveraged her experience as an athlete to ensure that Indian athletes did not lack sports science support at Paris 2024. "We have come up with a very athlete-centric plan to help our athletes to perform at their best in Paris," he said.
"We have assembled a strong team under the leadership of Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala. It includes sports medicine experts, wellness specialists, nutritionists, physiotherapists and a sleep scientist," Usha added.
"For the first time, the IOA will also provide a participation allowance to athletes and technical and support staff. I am confident that India will return from Paris with its best performance in any Olympics," she concluded.The design of the game uniform of the Indian team shows the confidence, versatility and ferocity of the Indian wickets.
The fabric used in the equipment provides athletes with maximum comfort. The anti-static feature of the fabric prevents static cling, while the stretch feature allows the garment to move with the athlete's body and conform to their shape, providing a comfortable, personalized fit that allows for maximum range of motion, depending on the release.
Air ventilation allows for easy air flow and heat dissipation. Moisture wicking technology allows the fabric to draw moisture away from the skin to the outer surface of the garment, where it can evaporate. This will help keep the athlete's skin dry and fresh during physical activity, reducing chafing or irritation. The antimicrobial feature helps prevent unpleasant odors and fabric degradation, he added.India will send a contingent of about 120 athletes to the Olympics, including an athletics team led by defending men's javelin champion Neeraj Chopra, a team 21-member shooting team and a 16-member men's hockey team.
