Star Indian Wicketkeeping Batsman on Saturday wowed to donate to Hemkunt Foundation. He said in a release that this will provide O2 cylinders with beds, COVID-19-relief kits, and much more.
This is what he stated in the release
Friends, The scale of despair across our country has been immense and something I have been deeply affected by. As someone who has seen personal loss up close, my heart goes out to all the families who have suffered over the past year and I pray for the souls of those who have left us.
One of the most important aspects I have learned from sport is the power of working together as a team for a common cause. I salute our frontline workers, who have been working tirelessly to help India throughout the past year. However, the cause of helping India overcome these unprecedented times needs all our collective efforts.
I am supporting the Hemkunt Foundation through a monetary donation that will help provide O2 cylinders with beds, Covid-relief kits, and much more to those suffering across the country. I am especially keen to work with organizations providing medical aid and support to rural India and non-metro cities, which do not have the capacity of medical infrastructure than that of the major cities.
I urge everyone to contribute in their way so that we can help reach the remotest parts of the country and spread awareness about COVID relief and vaccination programs being run by the central and state governments. Please remember to stay safe, follow safety protocols, and get vaccinated, when possible.
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) May 8, 2021
Since the suspension of IPL, many cricketers have come forward to help India get out of this crisis. Recently Virat Kohli also donated along with Anushka Sharma for COVID-19 relief.
The skipper is leading by example on and off the field 💪🏼
In these trying times, we urge everyone to stay home, stay safe, and do everything you can to help people around you 💙#DilDikhaDilli https://t.co/FoJtHJis57
— Delhi Capitals (Stay Home. Wear Double Masks😷) (@DelhiCapitals) May 8, 2021
Rishabh Pant’s step was later appreciated by many. Delhi Capitals management also appreciated the step. Rishabh Pant captained Delhi Capitals in IPL 2021 in the absence of Shreyash Iyyer.
