Nagpur-based Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Ltd (MECL) kicked off the much-anticipated Season-2 of the ‘Sadbhavana Cup 2025,’ an inter-company cricket tournament, on January 14, 2025. The tournament aims to foster camaraderie, teamwork, and sportsmanship among employees from six esteemed organizations: MOIL, AMD, GSI, IBM, JNARDDC, and MECL.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by Indra Dev Narayan, CMD of MECL, who was joined by notable dignitaries including Ajit Saxena, CMD of MOIL; P. N. Sharma, Controller General & Chief Controller of Mines, IBM; Dinesh V. Ganvir, ADG & HOD, CR and NMH-II, GSI; S. R. Mathanwar, Regional Director, AMD; Dr. Anupam Agnihotri, Director of JNARDDC; and Pankaj Pandey, Director (Technical), MECL.
Speaking on the occasion, CMD Indra Dev Narayan shared, “We at MECL are thrilled to host the Sadbhavana Cup for the second consecutive year. This tournament not only celebrates the shared passion for cricket but also strengthens inter-organizational bonds, promoting a sense of community and collaboration crucial in today’s corporate landscape.”
The tournament opened with an exciting double-header: Team MECL faced Team JNARDDC in Match 1, while Team AMD took on Team IBM in Match 2, setting the stage for a spirited competition. Played at MECL’s corporate office ground, the event aims to unite employees through cricket while fostering friendships and mutual respect across the participating organizations.
The Sadbhavana Cup serves as more than a sports event; it is a celebration of harmony and collaboration within the corporate sector. Through fierce yet friendly competition, the tournament underscores the values of teamwork, unity, and mutual respect.
As the games progress, the Sadbhavana Cup 2025 promises to be a memorable celebration of corporate sportsmanship, leaving a lasting impact on the culture of inter-organizational collaboration.