New Delhi: Rashtriya Cricket League (RCL) received encouragement for its humanitarian vision with the participation of Col. Tarun Uppal, Director associated with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) who appreciated the mission of Hunger Free Bharat and its efforts to place social responsibility at the heart of a popular sporting platform.
His presence highlighted the relevance of bringing together professionals from different fields around shared national priorities and using public platforms to encourage awareness, participation and positive social change.
Founded by Arvind Kumar, Hunger Free Bharat seeks to mobilise individuals, institutions and communities around the goal of reducing hunger and promoting responsible food practices. Through the Rashtriya Cricket League, the initiative aims to connect the immense popularity of cricket with the larger objective of serving society.
Col Tarun Uppal appreciated the effort to use a widely followed sport as a platform for spreading a message beyond the cricket ground. The initiative reflects the importance of collective responsibility and public engagement in addressing social challenges.
The association of Hunger Free Bharat with RCL also brings attention to the importance of reducing food wastage, encouraging responsible consumption and building greater awareness about the value of food. By bringing together players, public figures, supporters and audiences, the league seeks to create opportunities for wider participation in the cause.
Speaking on the occasion, Arvind Kumar expressed his gratitude to Col Tarun Uppal for appreciating the initiative. He said that the ultimate purpose of Hunger Free Bharat was to transform awareness into action and encourage people from every walk of life to contribute towards a society where food is valued and hunger is addressed collectively.
“Our vision is to make Hunger Free Bharat a people’s movement. Cricket gives us a powerful platform to connect with society, inspire participation and remind everyone that the fight against hunger requires collective commitment. Every individual and every institution can contribute to this mission,” Arvind Kumar said.
Arvind Kumar expressed his sincere gratitude to Shri Ajay Chaudhary, Special Commissioner of Police and Shri Eish Singhal, Additional Commissioner of Police for their gracious presence and encouragement towards the mission of Hunger Free Bharat.
Rashtriya Cricket League represents an effort to demonstrate that sport can serve as a catalyst for social awareness and community action. By bringing the cause of Hunger Free Bharat to a wider audience, the initiative seeks to inspire lasting engagement with hunger relief and food-waste reduction.
The event reinforced the message that the true impact of a sporting initiative can be measured not only in runs, wickets and trophies, but also in the lives it inspires and the social good it encourages.
About Hunger Free Bharat: Hunger Free Bharat is a social initiative associated with RCL founder Arvind Kumar, focused on mobilising collective action against hunger and promoting awareness about food wastage and responsible food practices.
