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Patna Pirates demonstrated their commitment to social responsibility during their Pro Kabaddi League tour. Captain Ankit Jaglan and team members visited a school for visually challenged children in Vizag. The team not only interacted with the students but also made significant financial contributions to support the school. Their initiative reflects the franchise's broader goal of making a positive impact in communities they visit during the tournament.

Key Points: Patna Pirates Captain Jaglan Inspires At Vizag Blind School

  • Patna Pirates visit visually challenged school in Vizag
  • Captain Jaglan donates Rs 1,00,000 to support school
  • Team members interact with 115 children
  • Franchise commits to community engagement during PKL season
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'Inspired by visit to visually challenged school, Patna Pirates aim to end Vizag leg on a high', says captain Ankit Jaglan

Patna Pirates' social initiative sees captain Ankit Jaglan donate Rs 1,00,000 to visually challenged school during Pro Kabaddi League tour

"The boys and me were extremely happy to interact with these children - Ankit Jaglan, Patna Pirates Captain"

Vizag, Sep 5

Patna Pirates visited a school for visually challenged children in Vizag yesterday as part of their campaign to make sure that the team gives back to every community that they will be competing at this season of the Pro Kabaddi League.

Captain Ankit Jaglan along with Ayan Lochab, Maninder Singh and Deepak Rathi spent the entire evening with over 50 children and left feeling extremely inspired by the meeting.

The evening ended with Ankit, Ayan, Maninder and Deepak serving dinner arranged by the Patna Pirates to all of the 115 children at the school.

Jaglan also went a step further to donate Rs 1,00,000 to the school as a small gesture for the good work that the foundation has been doing to empower the children. Ayan Lochab extended another token of gratitude of Rs 21,000 to the school in an effort to extend sustainability for the visually challenged children.

Patna Pirates as a franchise is committed to furthering causes in a meaningful manner and are looking forward to play their part wherever the team will be playing starting with the school in Vizag.

"The boys and me were extremely happy to interact with these children and Patna Pirates takes inspiration from the children with the hope to finish the rest of the Vizag leg in a strong manner. The commitment towards self reliance inspires all of us to keep doing better as a team and as part of a larger community," said Jaglan.

The team will make sure that they are able to add value to the communities at venue cities namely Vizag, Jaipur, Chennai and finally Delhi as they work their way towards a historic fourth championship.

- IANS

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Rohit P
As someone from Patna, I'm so proud of our Pirates! 💛🖤 Not just champions on the mat but champions of humanity. The donation of 1 lakh rupees will make a real difference to those children's lives.
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Anjali F
Wonderful initiative! But I hope this isn't just a one-time PR activity. The real test is whether they maintain this engagement throughout the season and beyond. Sustainable support matters more than one-off donations.
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Vikram M
These children face challenges we can't even imagine. For sports stars to spend quality time with them, serve dinner, and contribute financially - this is true sportsmanship. Hope they win the championship! 🏆
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Manish T
Great to see kabaddi players giving back to society. In our Indian culture, athletes are role models and this sets a fantastic example for young fans. The values they're promoting are more important than any trophy.
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Vizag, it's heartwarming to see local communities being supported like this. The children will remember this day forever. Sports has the power to unite and uplift! 🌟

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