KOLKATA: Kolkata beats to the rhythm of soccer. It’s not only a recreation, it’s a lifestyle, handed down by way of generations. And now, to rejoice, cherish and nurture the timeless love for the attractive recreation, a brand new soccer membership, referred to as the United Kolkata Sports Club (UKSC), was launched amidst a lot fanfare within the metropolis on Monday. The jersey and brand of UKSC have been launched on the mega occasion. With the enduring Howrah Bridge and historic Kolkata tram within the brand, it was an ideal tribute to town’s deep-rooted ardour for soccer.

A pioneering initiative from Techno India Group, one of many largest training teams within the nation, the membership goals to supply a complete platform for younger footballers to attain success, from the grassroots to skilled ranges. This initiative is geared toward tapping and harnessing the potential of rising soccer abilities throughout India, by bringing younger gamers from all around the nation on board.

But what makes UKSC stand out within the metropolis, which has a number of the iconic soccer golf equipment? Well, UKSC stands out in its holistic strategy to soccer improvement. Talks are at present on with Goa, Mizoram, and reputed European organisations to facilitate collaborations and trade of concepts. With former Indian footballer Deepak Mondal as the top coach and the mentorship of mercurial José Marcio Ramirez Barreto, the journey of the membership appears thrilling.

For younger, and dynamic Debdut Roychowdhury, it was a momentous event. “For us, UKSC stands as a beacon of hope, an institution with a solemn promise to uplift sports to the highest of standards. The club aims to compete with new talents by taking in players from universities across India,” mentioned Debdut, additionally the secretary of the membership.

He additionally knowledgeable that the staff will function in ISL quickly. Talking about nurturing soccer and different sports activities on the grassroots stage, he mentioned, “Our mission is to transform the sports ecosystem by providing all-rounded development opportunities for sports professionals. We are committed to securing the future of our athletes through robust career opportunities. We aim to collaborate closely with local academies, educational institutions and community sports associations to upgrade their facilities, provide technical expertise, and organise grassroots tournaments to identify and nurture young talent.” Debdut additionally talked about how the Netaji Subhash Sports University, one other initiative of Techno India Group, aligns with their imaginative and prescient for UKSC. In truth, the younger entrepreneur harbours the dream of UKSC gamers representing the Indian nationwide soccer staff within the 2034 World Cup.

Debut additionally prioritises psychological well being of the gamers and therefore UKSC abilities could have common entry to sports activities psychologists, counsellors, workshops, and seminars centered on psychological resilience, stress administration, and emotional intelligence, and also will have a 24/7 help line for these experiencing psychological well being crises.

Meanwhile, Satyam Roychowdhury, MD, Techno India Group and Chancellor, Sister Nivedita University, is a proud father. Having seen his son, Debdut’s ardour in sports activities since early childhood, the educationist is elated that he has taken daring steps in direction of sports activities and neighborhood constructing. “This must be a red-letter day for Techno India Group. Sports is not just about winning but building character,” he mentioned.

For Mou Roychowdhury, Director, Techno India Group, it was an emotional and joyous second. “I have seen my son, Debdut, slog for more than a year to fulfil this dream. He is passionate about sports and has been to international clubs for research work too. Several students who are interested in sports now have a club of their own in the city,” she mentioned.

The star-studded occasion in Kolkata on Monday additionally noticed the presence of veteran Indian gamers like Monoranjan Bhattacharya, Sumit Mukherjee, Goutam Sarkar and Samaresh Chowdhury. A bevy of celebrities from completely different fields like training, tradition, leisure and naturally, sports activities have been on the occasion to welcome Kolkata’s very personal ‘new football club’.

“While UKSC may not boast a rich history like some of our venerable counterparts, we hold a promise to innovate, empower, and transcend,” mentioned Debdut.