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PKL: Patna Pirates all set to thrill fans in home leg (Preview)
Patna, Oct 25 (IANS) Defending champions and three-time title holders of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Patna Pirates are all set to thrill their fans when they kick off their home campaign against Jaipur Pink Panthers at Patliputra Sports Complex here from Friday.
The Pirates will then take on U Mumba on Saturday, before facing Haryana Steelers on Sunday.
They will also play their Zone B matches against Telugu Titans, Bengaluru Bulls and Bengal Warriors on October 30, 31 and November 1, respectively.
Nicknamed the “Dubki King”, Pardeep Narwal will continue to be team’s strength and star attraction for Kabaddi fans. He will be supported by raiders Manjeet and Deepak Narawal, defender Manish and Vikas Kale and all-rounder Jawahar Dagar.
Taking ahead this formation, the Pirates have an impressive bench strength who will add immense value to the team during competitive matches. Veteran coach Ram Mehar Singh will be responsible to guide the team’s success in the ongoing Season 6 of the PKL.
The recent introduction of Bollywood actress Neetu Chandra as their Community Ambassador will only boost the popularity of the side that already enjoys huge following in the region.
“Patna is very proud of our kabaddi champions. The team has consistently performed in this most competitive kabaddi format and is all set to thrill its fans in the city once again. We wish them all the best,” Neetu said in her message.
Commenting on the team’s preparation, Pirates’ CEO Pawan S Rana said: “Patna Pirates is well prepared for its matches. We will be playing six matches and hope to provide some memorable moments to kabaddi fans from Patna leg of Pro Kabaddi.”
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.