Pro Kabaddi League Wins ‘Best Sports League’ at CII Awards

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) proudly received the prestigious ‘Best Sports League of the Year’ award at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Sports Business Awards 2024. The award ceremony, part of the CII Score Card 2024 event, took place in New Delhi on October 18, coinciding with the launch of PKL’s 11th season.

Award Ceremony

• Held on October 18, 2024, in New Delhi as part of the CII Score Card 2024 event.
• Coincided with the launch of PKL’s 11th season.

Recognition of Excellence

• The CII Sports Business Awards acknowledge innovation and excellence in the sports business sector.
• PKL’s win signifies its influence on the growth and popularity of kabaddi in India.

Statements from Officials

Anupam Goswami, League Commissioner

• Expressed excitement and gratitude for the recognition.
• Emphasized the hard work and dedication of the team since PKL’s inception in 2014.
• Committed to further popularizing kabaddi and contributing to India’s sporting aspirations.

Charu Sharma, Director of PKL

• Highlighted the transformation of kabaddi into a professional league through PKL.
• Acknowledged the league’s focus on governance and sustainability, earning respect in the sports community.

Context of the Award

• The award comes amid India’s significant strides in the sports sector, including the draft National Sports Policy 2024.
• Aligns with the national goal of creating a vibrant sports ecosystem and promoting kabaddi at an Olympic level.

Recognition for Puneri Paltan

• Defending champions Puneri Paltan won the ‘Sports Franchise of the Year’ award.
• Their grassroots initiative, Yuva Paltan, has been crucial in nurturing young talent, contributing to their PKL Season 10 victory.

Overall Impact

• PKL’s recognition emphasizes its contribution to the development of sports in India and encourages further investments in sports infrastructure and youth development.