Mumbai, Maharashtra – As the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) kicks off today, BJP Member of Parliament (MP) Anurag Thakur celebrated the league’s massive global impact and its role in promoting cricket at all levels. Thakur highlighted the IPL’s evolution into one of the world’s premier cricket leagues, providing a platform for emerging players and creating thousands of employment opportunities across the country.
“The IPL season 18 is about to begin, and it has grown into one of the biggest cricket leagues in the world. The league not only showcases incredible talent but has also created numerous jobs, benefitting many from different walks of life,” Thakur remarked, emphasizing the economic and social impact of the tournament.
The IPL, which began in 2008, has consistently attracted millions of viewers, boosting the popularity of cricket worldwide. With its unique blend of entertainment and sports, it has grown into an international sensation, generating revenue and fostering the careers of young players. IPL’s influence extends beyond cricket, positively impacting sectors such as tourism, hospitality, and media.
While the cricket world gears up for the excitement of the IPL, Thakur also addressed the significant health issue of tuberculosis (TB), aligning it with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a TB-free India. He highlighted the ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the disease, stating that today, a special event will take place in which politicians and actors will come together to play an awareness match aimed at eliminating the stigma surrounding TB.
“Today, politicians and actors will take part in an awareness match to help remove the stigma around TB. PM Modi has given the slogan of a TB-free India, and such initiatives aim to educate people and fight the disease that affects millions in India,” Thakur added.
The awareness match organized alongside the IPL’s opening day is intended to bring attention to the importance of early detection and treatment of TB, a disease that continues to be a significant health challenge in the country. Through this initiative, celebrities and public figures will use their influence to educate the masses and encourage a shift in attitudes toward TB.
This event underscores the government’s commitment to improving public health while leveraging the national excitement surrounding IPL. By aligning cricket’s popularity with critical health initiatives, the awareness campaign seeks to make a lasting impact.
As IPL season 18 unfolds, it not only promises thrilling cricketing action but also serves as a platform to spread awareness for a cause that could change the lives of millions. The event is expected to draw significant attention to both the sport and the vital health mission led by PM Modi’s vision of a TB-free India.
