Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], The Reliance Foundation brought together 900 children in a memorable event as part of the "Let's Move India" initiative, part of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) global campaign to promote volunteerism and sport .
According to a press release, the event, held on Saturday at Reliance Corporate Park (RCP) in Mumbai, provided a platform for children from underprivileged communities across the city to participate in a day filled with sports, fun and learning about values. . of the Olympic movement.
The highlight of the event was a special meet and greet session with six-time Winter Olympian Shiva Keshavan, who shared his inspiring journey and emphasized the importance of Olympic values such as excellence, respect and friendship. Keshavan, a celebrated athlete known for his sledding achievements, participated in a 'move and groove' session with the children, encouraging them to adopt an active lifestyle.
The event had a carnival atmosphere, with various sports and educational activities organized to instill the values of the Olympic Games.
The children, full of excitement, participated in activities such as basketball, football shootouts, foot races and fitness sessions. Art and drawing stations were also set up to provide a creative outlet for young participants.
More than 200 volunteers from the Reliance ecosystem, representing different verticals of the company, played a crucial role in organizing and supervising the activities. Their participation underscored the importance of community and volunteerism in fostering positive growth and healthy lifestyles among children.
Shiva Keshavan, known for his dedication and sporting excellence, spoke to the children about the importance of physical activity and the lifelong benefits of playing sports. He shared, "Reliance Foundation has always taken the lead in supporting the growth of the Olympic movement in India. Let's Move is a great way to help children understand the benefits of being physically active and how movement is medicine."
He added: "The children were extremely enthusiastic and their passion and energy was contagious. They had many questions and will learn a lot from this experience. As an Olympic athlete, I hold the Olympic values very close to my heart and they are values that will also be very useful for the kids in their lives. I hope some of these kids are inspired to actively play sports and maybe even pursue a career in it."
According to a press release, the event, held on Saturday at Reliance Corporate Park (RCP) in Mumbai, provided a platform for children from underprivileged communities across the city to participate in a day filled with sports, fun and learning about values. . of the Olympic movement.
The highlight of the event was a special meet and greet session with six-time Winter Olympian Shiva Keshavan, who shared his inspiring journey and emphasized the importance of Olympic values such as excellence, respect and friendship. Keshavan, a celebrated athlete known for his sledding achievements, participated in a 'move and groove' session with the children, encouraging them to adopt an active lifestyle.
The event had a carnival atmosphere, with various sports and educational activities organized to instill the values of the Olympic Games.
The children, full of excitement, participated in activities such as basketball, football shootouts, foot races and fitness sessions. Art and drawing stations were also set up to provide a creative outlet for young participants.
More than 200 volunteers from the Reliance ecosystem, representing different verticals of the company, played a crucial role in organizing and supervising the activities. Their participation underscored the importance of community and volunteerism in fostering positive growth and healthy lifestyles among children.
Shiva Keshavan, known for his dedication and sporting excellence, spoke to the children about the importance of physical activity and the lifelong benefits of playing sports. He shared, "Reliance Foundation has always taken the lead in supporting the growth of the Olympic movement in India. Let's Move is a great way to help children understand the benefits of being physically active and how movement is medicine."
He added: "The children were extremely enthusiastic and their passion and energy was contagious. They had many questions and will learn a lot from this experience. As an Olympic athlete, I hold the Olympic values very close to my heart and they are values that will also be very useful for the kids in their lives. I hope some of these kids are inspired to actively play sports and maybe even pursue a career in it."
