Abhijit Sarkar appointed as Vice President of Asian Hockey Federation (AHF)

·         Abhijit Sarkar also appointed as the Chairman of the AHF Commercial and TV Committee

New Delhi, 22 February 2017: Basis an Executive Board Meeting held on 7 February 2017, the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) has today confirmed the appointment of Mr. Abhijit Sarkar as it’s new Vice President and also the Chairman of the AHF Commercial and TV Committee with immediate effect.

  

Mr. Abhijit Sarkar has been associated with the Sahara India Pariwar for last 23 years, where he led the group in promoting various sports in India by sponsoring both the Indian National Cricket Team as well as the Indian National Hockey Team. Mr. Sarkar has served as the Head of Corporate Communications, Corporate Affairs and Relations, and the Sports Division at Sahara India Pariwar. He is also the guardian of Sahara’s Media business. His ability to form and execute strategies relating to the promotion of sports in India has played a major role in his appointment as the Vice President of AHF.

Mr. Abhijit Sarkar has also been deeply involved in the development of Indian hockey in recent times, as under his leadership Sahara India bought the Uttar Pradesh Wizards’ franchise in the Coal India Hockey India League.  Earlier this year, Sahara had also renewed its sponsorship with Hockey India until 2021 which includes promoting both the men’s and women’s senior and junior teams. Sarkar’s dedication towards the development of the sport, is one of the key reasons why he has been chosen to take up a position which would see him doing the same for the Asian subcontinent region as a whole.

Speaking on the occasion, Mariamma Koshy President, Hockey India said, “I would like to congratulate Mr. Abhijit Sarkar for his well-deserved appointment as Vice President of the Asian Hockey Federation. I believe that it is a strong decision of the AHF as Mr. Sarkar's dedication and contribution to the sport has been immense. I am sure under his able leadership and with his rich experience, the Asian Hockey Federation will be able to achieve much success.”

Mr. Abhijit Sarkar further said, “I am deeply honoured to be selected for this position at the Asian Hockey Federation. Over the years with my deep involvement in the development of the sport, I am keen to support all Asian hockey playing countries to achieve better success and make a mark in the world of hockey.”

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Ghulam Zeeshan                                                                     Elena Norman

Corporate Communications, Sahara India Pariwar                CEO, Hockey India

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Abhijit Sarkar appointed as Vice President of Asian Hockey Federation

New Delhi, 22 February 2017: Basis an Executive Board Meeting held on 7   February 2017, the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) has today confirmed the appointment of Mr. Abhijit Sarkar as it’s new Vice President and the Chairman of the AHF Commercial and TV Committee with immediate effect.

Book Launch Event by Subrata Roy - ‘Think With Me’

Lucknow: Saharasri Subrata Roy Sahara, Managing Worker & Chairman, Sahara India Pariwar, Unveiled his book ‘Think With Me’ – an exhaustive and thought provoking treatise, in the presence of Shri Suhel Seth. The book is a life time experiences, observations as well as insights to restore India to its past glory.

MS Dhoni is the new Franchisee owners for Ranchi team of Hero Hockey India League alongwith Sahara India Pariwar

Names the team ‘Ranchi Rays’

Ranchi, 25 October 2014: Hockey India League today announced Captain of India Cricket Team, MS Dhoni in support of Sahara India Pariwar as the new franchisee owners for the Ranchi team. Coining the team Ranchi Rays, MS Dhoni was himself present for the announcement conference held in Ranchi today alongwith Mr. Abhijit Sarkar, Head-Corporate Communications, Sahara India Pariwar & Director - Sahara Adventures Sports Ltd and Dr. Narinder Batra, Chairman, Hockey India League.

Speaking on the announcement Hero Hockey India League Chairman Dr. Narinder Batra said, “This is a great moment for Hockey India League to have MS Dhoni on board as a franchisee owner of the world’s most prominent hockey league alongwith Sahara India Pariwar. This initiative by Sahara India Pariwar showcases the faith that they have in Hero Hockey India League and I am happy by the kind of support that the League is garnering from all quarters. This development also shows the advancement of the HHIL where reputed corporate and sports promoters are coming together to take Indian hockey at a new level altogether.”

Speaking on owning the Ranchi Franchise of HHIL, MS Dhoni said, “Today I am very happy to own the franchisee of Ranchi Team in the Hockey India League. I was always interested to do something for this region and I want to see also that hockey should be uplifted from the grassroot level. I have got this franchisee with the support of Sahara India Pariwar, one of the prime promoter and patron of sports in India.”

Speaking on co-owning Ranchi Rays, Mr Abhijit Sarkar, Head-Corporate Communications, Sahara India Pariwar & Director-Sahara Adventures Sports Ltd said, “Hockey is our national game and we are proud to be associated with Ranchi franchisee and are elated to continue our patronage and support for the game. We will achieve greater laurels and success in the sport of hockey in the coming years and Sahara India Pariwar is committed to the development of sport at all levels.”

Also, Mr. Arun Pandey, CMD, Rhiti Sports added, “MS Dhoni has supported every sport and hockey is another sport which is close to Mahi’s heart. When this opportunity came, Mahi quickly accepted it as he always wants to do something for his state and country. This is an indeed way to uplift hockey in his state which is our national game. We have long term plans to uplift hockey at grassroot level.”

Subsequent to his association with ISL, MS Dhoni continues his support towards other sports beyond being the captain of the Indian Cricket team and Sahara India Pariwar who already own the Lucknow team in the League will now co-own the Ranchi team from this edition of the Hockey India League.

Uttar Pradesh Wizards starts ticket sale for its home matches

About Uttar Pradesh Wizards

Uttar Pradesh Wizards is one of the franchise team in the Hero Hockey India League. The franchise is owned by Sahara Adventure Sports Limited, a group company of Sahara India Pariwar, one of India’s premiere business conglomerates. The coach of the team is Mr. Roelant Oltmans. The Asst. Coach is Mr. Leendert Johannes Jacobus Streeder and the Technical Director is Mr. Dhanraj Pillai.

Lucknow, January 12, 2013: Uttar Pradesh Wizards, Sahara’s hockey franchise in the upcoming Hero Hockey India League, has started the ticket bookings for home matches of Uttar Pradesh Wizards. The tickets are priced between Rs. 50/- to Rs. 5,00/- and can be bought both online as well as through physical purchase at outlets. Spectators can book their ticket online at www.bookmyshow.com. The physical purchase outlets for tickets sale have been created at Sahara Ganj, Dhyanchand Stadium and 5 branches of HCBL Co-Operative Bank Ltd.

The tickets at Sahara Ganj and Dhyanchand Stadium are available for sale between 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. respectively. The hockey enthusiasts can also purchase tickets from HCBL Co-Operative Bank Ltd.’s branches at Aliganj, Alambagh, Nadan Mahal Road, Extension Counter at Sahara States, Jankipuram and the Extension Counter at Sahara Hospital, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, during the normal banking hours.

Quotes of Raghunath – Captain, Uttar Pradesh Wizards          

 “It’s a great feeling to captain the side of Uttar Pradesh Wizards. As a captain it is my responsibility to lead from front and support my team. Having best players of the world, the entire team is very excited and we are ready to give some wonderful performances in the tournament.”