In a significant stride towards supporting rural sports talents, JSP Foundation, the CSR arm of Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), proudly inaugurated the Jindal Sports Hostel in Keonjhar District. This state-of-the-art facility aims to provide exceptional residential amenities to 60 children who have demonstrated remarkable sporting prowess and a dedication to academic excellence.
The Jindal Sports Hostel, an initiative by JSP Foundation, is committed to nurturing young athletes from underprivileged backgrounds. Chairman Naveen Jindal emphasized the profound impact of sports on character development, discipline, teamwork, and overcoming challenges. “This sports hostel reflects our commitment to empowering young individuals to excel in both sports and education. It is a place where they can receive comprehensive support, enabling them to learn, grow, and become champions, role models, and leaders,” he stated.
Chairperson Shallu Jindal, speaking at the inaugural ceremony, highlighted the vital role of education and sports in youth development. She emphasized the hostel’s contribution to fostering a more equitable and prosperous India by providing equal opportunities to underprivileged students. “This hostel will nurture the sports and education careers of its residents through top-notch facilities, nutrition, coaching, schooling, and skill development. We assure unwavering support to all children from the tribal predominant region of Barbil in their pursuit of success in sports and education,” she affirmed.
Aligned with the Government of Odisha’s focus on sports infrastructure development, the Jindal Sports Hostel is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities. These include comfortable accommodations, modern sports equipment, a fourth-generation gym, and a dedicated sports training facility staffed with experienced coaches. Additionally, the Foundation will provide nutritious meals and physical fitness training to the students.
JSP Foundation has long been a supporter and promoter of Wushu and Kickboxing, martial arts forms, among the youth of Keonjhar District. In collaboration with the Odisha State Wushu Association, the Foundation has sponsored the Keonjhar District Wushu Team for over a decade. They have provided essential infrastructure, training facilities under the guidance of national-level coaches, and provisions for food, nutrition, clothing, and transportation. Notably, the Foundation’s efforts have produced remarkable talents such as Sweta Rani, Babulu, and Manju Munda, who have secured Silver and Gold medals in International Wushu Tournaments held in Brazil, Brunei, and Moscow.
JSP remains steadfast in its commitment to empowering youth and believes that the Jindal Sports Hostel will serve as a springboard for these talented individuals to achieve greatness in sports, education, and beyond. By nurturing their talents and providing comprehensive support, JSP Foundation continues to contribute to the holistic development of budding sports stars in Keonjhar District.
