The BCCI will be distributing oxygen concentrators over the next few months with the intention to provide medical aid to those in desperate need. The board hopes that the “initiative will reduce the havoc unleashed by the pandemic.”
“The BCCI acknowledges the stellar role the medical and healthcare community has played and continues to play as we fight this long battle against the virus.
They have truly been frontline warriors and have done whatever possible to shield us.”
former India captain and board president, Sourav Ganguly, said in a media release.
“The Board has always put health and safety at the top of the chart and remains committed to the cause. The oxygen concentrators will provide immediate relief to those affected and will help in their speedy recovery.”
he added.
Last year, when India experienced the pandemic’s first wave, the BCCI contributed INR 51 crores towards the PM cares fund.
BCCI secretary Jay Shah mentioned that the board has looked to reduce the huge gap between the demand and supply of oxygen for needy patients.
“We stand shoulder to shoulder in this collective fight against the virus. The BCCI understands the desperate need for medical equipment in this hour of crisis and hopes this effort will help in narrowing the demand-supply gap that has generated across the country.”
“We have all gone through a lot but I am confident that we can stay ahead of the curve now that the vaccination drive is underway. I urge everyone eligible to get vaccinated,”
Shah stated.
