Season 2 of Prashanth Hospital’s ‘Corporate Cricket Tournament’ in association with Rotary Club Promotes Good Cardiac Health For Indian Inc.

 

Season 2 of Prashanth Hospital’s ‘Corporate Cricket Tournament’ in association with Rotary Club Promotes Good Cardiac Health For Indian Inc.

 

• CCT 2024 is set to elevate the scale of the tournament this year by organizing cricket matches across many other corporate communities in and around Chennai city.
• The triumphant team will be awarded a substantial cash prize of Rs. 50,000, with the runner-up securing Rs. 25,000
• The funds collected from the tournament will be dedicated to a charitable contribution to the Rotary Club

 

 

 

Chennai, January 25^th, 2024 – Prashanth Hospitals, a leading super-speciality hospital in Chennai, proudly unveils the commencement of the 2nd season of its 'Corporate Cricket Tournament 2024' (CCT 2024) in association with RISA {Rotary, Industrial Complex Manufacturer Association (Gummidipoondi), Sholavaram to Sricity HR Forum (S2S) and Alamelu Trust (For cancer awareness)} as an integral component of its esteemed cardiac wellness campaign – Save Young Hearts. Inaugurated in the distinguished presence of Chief Guest Mr. T. J. Govindarajan - Gummidipoondi M.L.A (Chairman of TJS Group of Educational Institutions), amongst the dignitaries of the hospitals including Managing Director, Prashanth Hospitals - Dr. Prashanth Krishna, CEO of Prashanth Hospitals - Dr. Baskaran and other distinguished members Rtn. AKS. Raviraman (District Governor 23 – 24, Rotary International District 3232, Rtn. M. Srinath (Assistant Governor RI District 3232), Mr. J. Rajaratnam (President S2S HR Forum), Mr. P. Ravikumar (Founder President S2S HR Forum), Mr. K. Rajagopalan (President – Rotary club of Gummidipoondi Industrial city& Managing Trustee AMC Trust), Mr. G.M. Krishnamoorthy (President- ICMA SIPCOT Gummidipoondi) etc. were also present.

The tournament aims to underscore the significance of physical activities in maintaining heart health and will witness the participation of 36 teams from diverse corporate organizations in Gummidipoondi area, competing for the prestigious title. The two-week-long tournament hosted at TJS Engineering College in Puduvoyal was organized by Prashanth Hospitals in collaboration with Rotary Club 3232, S2S HR Forum, and ICMA SIPCOT. The triumphant team will be rewarded with a grand cash prize of Rs.50,000, while the runner-up will receive Rs.25,000.

Chief Guest Mr. T. J. Govindarajan, B.A, M.L.A – Chairman TJS Group of Institution stated, “It is an honour to inaugurate the second season of Prashanth Hospitals' 'Corporate Cricket Tournament 2024.' As we gather here today, we recognize the profound impact of initiatives that bridge the gap between corporate life and holistic well-being. This tournament not only showcases the spirit of healthy competition but also underscores the importance of fostering a vibrant community beyond the workplace. I commend Prashanth Hospitals for their commitment to promoting cardiac health and overall well-being among professionals. Events like these contribute significantly to creating a culture of fitness and camaraderie. I am confident that this tournament will not only be a platform for showcasing sporting prowess but will also inspire a sense of unity, teamwork and the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. My best wishes to all the participating teams. May this tournament be a celebration of sportsmanship, excellence and shared commitment to a healthier and more active corporate community."

Dr. Prashanth Krishna, Managing Director of Prashanth Hospitals, emphasized the urgency of addressing the alarming trends of cardiac arrests in young individuals, attributing sedentary lifestyles as a major contributing factor. He stated, "Sitting is the new smoking, and connecting working professionals through physical activities like sports is a proven method to maintain a healthy heart. This tournament serves as an initiative to break the monotonous and sedentary lifestyles prevalent in corporate settings. Having received a tremendous success last year, we are more than confident that the second season will be instrumental in encouraging corporates to adopt an active lifestyle and work towards better cardiac health. Additionally, the funds raised through the tournament will be directed towards a charitable contribution to the Rotary Club. CCT 2024 is poised to enhance the tournament's impact this year by organizing cricket matches across numerous corporate communities in and around Chennai city."

Mr J Rajarathinam – President S2S HR Forum: "We are thrilled to collaborate with Prashanth Hospitals in organizing CCT 2024 and showcasing our commitment to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among professionals. This tournament is not just about the spirit of competition but also about fostering friendship and teamwork outside the workplace. We look forward to seeing the corporate community come together for sportsmanship, fun, and friendly competition."

Mr P Ravikumar – Founder President S2S HR Forum:  "As a healthcare institution, Prashanth Hospitals recognizes the importance of physical activity in maintaining overall health. The Corporate Cricket Tournament is an excellent initiative to encourage employees to engage in sports and recreational activities. We wish all the participating teams the best of luck, and may the tournament be a memorable and an enjoyable experience for everyone involved."

The tournament, in collaboration with RISA, which stands for Rotary, Industrial Complex Manufacturer Association (Gummidipoondi), Sholavaram to Sri City HR Forum (S2S) and Alamelu Trust dedicated to cancer awareness, will commence today on January 25th, 2024. Featuring nine matches per day, the tournament will happen till February 4th, 2024. The 'Save Young Hearts' campaign, Prashanth Hospital's flagship annual initiative on cardiac wellness, was launched in 2022 with the objective of promoting cardiac health among youngsters.

About Prashanth Hospitals: Prashanth Hospitals is a multidisciplinary hospital that provides sophisticated and dedicated healthcare services by professionally trained experts. Prashanth Super-specialty Hospital at Velachery and Kolathur is one of the best- and well-known multi- specialty hospitals in Chennai. These facilities have well trained and skilled nursing staff who can take good care of the patients. The vision is to become an internationally renowned medical institute by providing excellent health care services to the patients, and the mission is to maintain the trust of the patient by providing good quality of health care. The values on which Prashanth Super-specialty Hospitals function are quality of care, respect, competence, the effectiveness of the treatment, safety, and creating health awareness among the people. Prashanth Super- specialty Hospitals also provides various health care packages for check-ups and diagnosis of any ailment and their treatments.