Kolkata Knight Riders host 9th edition of VIDA Knight Golf
Kolkata, May 21
Kolkata Knight Riders successfully hosted the 9th edition of VIDA Knight Golf at the Tollygunge Club on Thursday, bringing together members of the KKR squad, partners, supporters and distinguished guests for an evening dedicated to sport, community engagement and social impact.
Organised as an annual charity initiative, VIDA Knight Golf supported the skilling and empowerment of women beneficiaries associated with Calcutta Foundation's programmes focused on financial independence, confidence-building and self-reliance, according to a press release.
Continuing their commitment towards the #ShahoshiRani initiative, KKR are further strengthening their efforts this season to empower more women through sustainable livelihood opportunities, while continuing to spotlight inspiring stories of courage, resilience and determination through the platform.
Joining hands with KKR in this initiative as the Title Sponsor was VIDA, reinforcing a shared commitment towards enabling positive social impact and empowering communities through meaningful action.
The event featured KKR players and support staff, including assistant coach Shane Watson, bowling coach Tim Southee, and players Cameron Green, Finn Allen, and Tim Seifert, who played golf and interacted with guests. The entire team and support staff also participated in the evening's putting competition and prize distribution ceremony.
A special highlight of the evening was the participation of the #ShahoshiRani women beneficiaries from Calcutta Foundation's skilling initiatives, who felicitated the KKR players and support staff with handmade photo frames they crafted. The gesture celebrated their entrepreneurial journey while adding a deeply personal touch to the event.
Venky Mysore, CEO of Kolkata Knight Riders, said: "VIDA Knight Golf has always been about coming together for a meaningful cause beyond the sport itself. Through initiatives like #ShahoshiRani, we want to continue creating greater awareness and meaningful opportunities for women who have shown immense courage and resilience in overcoming challenges. From skill development and livelihood creation to supporting education and community-led growth, these initiatives aim to drive long-term impact. When women become financially independent, the impact extends far beyond the individual, positively influencing families and communities. We hope to continue reaching and empowering even more beneficiaries going forward."
Kausalya Nandakumar, Chief Business Officer- Emerging Mobility Business Unit, Hero MotoCorp, said: "At VIDA, we believe in shaping a sustainable tomorrow and empowering individuals to lead their own journeys. Rooted in culture and aspiration, this partnership carries our proud golf legacy and spirit of excellence forward. We are excited to partner with Kolkata Knight Riders for VIDA Knight Golf and support the #ShahoshiRani initiative, honouring the courage, resilience, and self-reliance of women. Through this partnership, we aim to drive meaningful progress and unlock new opportunities for our beneficiaries. VIDA Knight Golf continues to reflect KKR's commitment towards leveraging sport as a platform for meaningful community engagement and social impact. Funds raised through the initiative will contribute towards skilling programmes aimed at creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for women from underserved communities, while also encouraging greater support for girls' education, women's participation in livelihoods and stronger community-led change."
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally some meaningful partnership! VIDA and KKR coming together for skill development of women. It's not just about golf and glitz, but actually creating sustainable livelihoods. Hope more corporates follow this model of community engagement.
As an Aussie cricket fan, it's great to see Shane Watson and Tim Southee involved in this charity event. The integration of golf with social impact is brilliant. KKR really knows how to build community spirit both on and off the field! 🏏⛳
Respect for KKR! They're not just talking about women empowerment, they're actually funding skilling programmes. The #ShahoshiRani initiative is brilliant - empowering women to be self-reliant through financial independence. Only wish they'd shared how much funds were raised.
Love seeing Tim Seifert and Finn Allen enjoying some golf. These cross-cultural sporting events with a charitable cause are what make franchises special. The Calcutta Foundation partnership seems really genuine. Well played, KKR! 👏
As a Bengali, I'm proud to see Tollygunge Club hosting this! 🏏⛳ But honestly, I wish they'd focus more on grassroots cricket development in Bengal too. That said, the women's skilling programme is fantastic - education and livelihood creation for our women is much needed. Keep it up, KKR!
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