Kolkata, April 23, 2025: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have once again demonstrated their commitment to making a meaningful impact beyond the cricket field with their remarkable ‘Shahoshi Rani’ initiative. This heartfelt program focuses on empowering women and girls from underprivileged communities, celebrating their courage and supporting them to help build brighter futures.
At the heart of this initiative is a simple yet powerful belief: ‘Life is not a game of fate. It’s a game of Korbo, Lorbo and Jeetbo.’ KKR has partnered with organizations to support brave women who embody this spirit – the ‘Shahoshi Ranis’ who are fearless, strong, and full of hope.
Venky Mysore, CEO of Kolkata Knight Riders, shared during the Press Conference ahead of the 8th edition of their Knight Golf charity event: “The overarching goal was always very specific with keeping women empowerment in mind.” He emphasised that while there’s much work to be done, making a difference ‘one initiative at a time, one person at a time’ can transform lives.
Through partnerships with NGOs like Hope Kolkata Foundation and Shreeja India, KKR is focusing some key areas, including promoting sports for underprivileged girls and supporting women’s upskilling for financial independence. Women from underserved communities in Kolkata are receiving training in tailoring and beauty services, helping them become self-reliant. In an initiative that has a direct impact on the community, tribal girls are being trained to be community educators, who now teach first-generation learners in remote villages. Meanwhile, girls from remote villages in Birbhum district are being trained in football, breaking barriers and dreaming big.
Also present at the event was cricket legend and KKR mentor Dwayne Bravo, who advised the young women present at the event: “It is very important to have that self-belief. Don’t worry about your financial background. Don’t worry about where you come from. But focus your mind on what you want to achieve and what you want to accomplish in life.” He emphasized that everyone has ‘their own inner champion’ and encouraged them to pursue their goals with unwavering determination.
Through the Shahoshi Rani initiative, KKR is not just supporting women and girls who are taking bold steps toward a better future – they’re celebrating their courage and resilience. The program serves as a powerful reminder that with support and opportunity, these fearless women can overcome any obstacle and create a lasting impact in their communities.
