Ambuja Cements’ After-School Sports Programme

DARLAGHAT (HIMACHAL PRADESH):
Ambuja Cements, the cement and building materials company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, as part of its CSR is fostering young sporting talent through its after-school sports programme at Darlaghat, Himachal Pradesh. With 40 students enrolled and grouped into U-14, U-19 and youth teams, the program provides structured training, exposure to competitions and pathways for holistic development. A dedicated coach has been guiding the youth over the past two years, and the Yuva Club at Darlaghat is now under registration, with 24 boys already signed up.

Ambuja Cements is extending technical guidance through ELMS Sports Foundation, while also providing lodging and boarding facilities to ensure players have the right environment to train. The program actively promotes participation in tournaments at open, district and state levels, building confidence and competitive spirit. Recently, the Yuva Club team competed in the Sayar Fair Volleyball Tournament in Arki, where 10 teams from across Solan district participated. Advancing through multiple rounds, the team reached the semifinals and emerged as a runner-up, winning a cash prize and trophy.

The after-school sports programme has been rolled out across multiple locations with expert coaches training students in kabaddi in Chandrapur and Nalagarh, football in Ropar, and volleyball and kho kho in Bathinda and Darlaghat, alongside athletics across locations. Designed to nurture raw sporting talent, the initiative provides student-athletes with coaching, mentorship, nutrition and exposure to competitive platforms. Currently, 165 students from government schools are enrolled across sites, including 25 girls, highlighting the program’s inclusive approach.

Through this initiative, Ambuja Cements continues to invest in the potential of young athletes, fostering discipline, teamwork and resilience while opening doors to future sporting opportunities.