IndianOil

"An absolute delight to meet young chess prodigy and #IOCian, R Praggnanandhaa, flanked by the pillars of his success - his mother, Nagalakshmi, and father, Rameshbabu, on this #IndianOilDay. Pragg’s meteoric rise in the world of #Chess mirrors the true IOCian spirit. At just 18 years of age, he has made his mark as the third youngest ever for the Candidates 2024, and secured his spot among the elite eight in global chess. His riveting clash with the legend Magnus Carlsen in the FIDE World Cup speaks volumes of his audacity and determination. Every calculated move, every impressive stride, mirrors not just his formidable spirit and #passion but also the unyielding support of Nagalakshmi and the silent resilience of Rameshbabu. Their combined strength, sacrifices, and hopes are emblematic of the unspoken heroes behind our #champions. IndianOil takes immense pride in recognising and nurturing prodigious talents like Praggnanandhaa R. . We're committed to fuelling their dreams, providing the platform, and cheering from the sidelines. Pragg, as you continue your ascent, know that an entire family at IndianOil, and indeed a nation, is rooting for you. May your future be as bright as your talent." - S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil #IndianOilSportStars #FuellingDreams #ChessProdigy #IOCian #IndianOilDay #Chess #passion #champions #IndianOilSportStars #FuellingDreams #ChessProdigy

"Sports is more than just about victory; it's about surmounting challenges and embodying the spirit of dedication, resilience, and a collective aspiration that unites the hearts of billions. On this #NationalSportsDay, let's not just cheer for the triumphs, but also for the journey, the challenges, and the bond they symbolise. IndianOil takes immense pride in our galaxy of #sportstars. Their achievements are not just their own, but a reflection of a nation on the rise. Be it the dynamic duo of Satwik and Chirag, Lakshya's commanding presence in badminton, the tennis triumphs of Rohan Bopanna and Sumit Nagal, Sharath Kamal's prowess in table tennis, the brilliance of our chess prodigies Pragg, Harika, and Adhiban, the spectacular performances of our olympians Hardik Singh, Simranjeet Singh, Krishna Pathak and the hockey sensations Jyoti, Akshata, Mahima, and Ajmina. Adding to this list of recent achievers, we are proud to nurture a lineup of over 160+ sports talents who have carved a niche for themselves, and for India. Our commitment to foster the next generation of sporting talents under our 'Acers' and 'Shakti' sponsorship programmes have yielded tremendous results with many of our players showcasing their mettle and reaping successes at international tournaments. The transformative might of sports is not just about medals and accolades. Through our endeavours like 'Parivartan: Prison to Pride' and 'Nayi Disha: Smile for Juvenile', we see its power to bring about positive change to thousands of inmates. On this day, as we celebrate the birth anniversary of hockey legend #MajorDhyanChand, we are reminded of his words – that the spirit, sweat, and sacrifice of each of our athletes adds glory to our nation. We are proud of each of our #sportstars. Wishing you continued success as you strive to add more glories to our nation.🇮🇳🏆🌟 Here's to a brighter future on and off the field. Happy #NationalSportsDay " - S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil #EmpowerThroughSports #IndianOilSportStars #RedefiningLimits #NationalSportsDay #sportstars #MajorDhyanChand #EmpowerThroughSports #IndianOilSportStars #RedefiningLimits

"Congratulations to the Indian women’s 🏑 team on clinching the Women's Hockey 5s Asia Cup 2023 and sealing their spot in the Women's Hockey 5s World Cup. A stellar 7-2 victory against Thailand in the finals, with our very own #IOCians vice-captain Jyoti and Mahima netting 3 goals between them. Special shoutout to the four pillars from #IndianOil in the 9-member squad: Akshata Dhekale, Mahima Chaudhary, Ajmina Kujur, and Jyoti. Your contribution has been instrumental in this grand achievement. Cheers to the entire team for this fantastic win!" - S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil #WomensHockey5sAsiaCup #IndianOilSportStars #ChampioningExcellence #IOCians #IndianOil #WomensHockey5sAsiaCup #IndianOilSportStars #ChampioningExcellence

"Well played R Praggnanandhaa ! It’s been thrilling to watch you match strides and moves with Magnus Carlsen. You may have lost this World Cup, but you’ve won hearts aplenty! You’re a treasured member of our #IndianOil family, and we're brimming with pride to see you emerge stronger. The next checkmate is yours to claim. Onward and upward, champ! 🏆♟️ " - S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil #IndianOilSportStars #Resilience #chessprodigy #FIDEWorldCupFinal #IndianOil #IndianOilSportStars #Resilience #chessprodigy #FIDEWorldCupFinal

"Well played @pragg_chess ! It’s been thrilling to watch you match strides and moves with Magnus Carlsen. You may have lost this World Cup, but you’ve won hearts aplenty! You’re a treasured member of our #IndianOil family, and we're brimming with pride to see you emerge stronger. The next checkmate is yours to claim. Onward and upward, champ! 🏆♟️ " - S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil #IndianOilSportStars #Resilience #chessprodigy #FIDEWorldCupFinal #IndianOil #IndianOilSportStars #Resilience #chessprodigy #FIDEWorldCupFinal

Sports scholars Aditi Swami and Parneet Kaur share their journey of how #IndianOil’s ACERS program is molding their archery aspirations, leading them to seize the gold at the Archery World Cup Stage-4 in Paris! #ProudtobeIOCian #ArcheryWorldCup #IndianOilSportStars #IndianOil #ProudtobeIOCian #ArcheryWorldCup #IndianOilSportStars

"Heartfelt congratulations to our young chess prodigy #IOCian, R Praggnanandhaa, for storming into the finals of the FIDE World Cup 2023! At just 18, Pragg, you've showcased sheer brilliance, becoming the youngest ever to grace the finals of the FIDE World Cup 2023. The final board is set. Go, etch your name in golden letters. Wishing you the very best!" - S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil #FIDEWorldCup2023 #IndianOilSportStars #ChessWizz #IOCian #FIDEWorldCup2023 #IndianOilSportStars #ChessWizz

"Hearty congratulations to our #IndianOil sports scholars, Aditi Swami and Parneet Kaur, who along with Jyothi Surekha Vennam , clinched the gold at the Archery World Cup Stage-4 in Paris! Your precision and teamwork against the formidable Mexican side was a sight to behold. This triumph is a testament to India's rising prowess in archery on the global stage. Keep aiming high, champions, and continue bringing laurels to the nation!" - S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil #ArcheryWorldCup #IndianOilSportStars #FuellingVictories #IndianOil #ArcheryWorldCup #IndianOilSportStars #FuellingVictories

"Unveiling the 'Wall of Fame' at Punjab State Office, Chandigarh was truly a heartwarming moment that rekindled our pride in the legendary sports stars from the IndianOil family. The wall showcases stalwarts of the national game, #Hockey who have won games, laurels and hearts of sports lovers. A galaxy of 🏑stalwarts like Deepak Thakur, Prabhjot Singh, and Mr. Inderjit Singh who clinched the Junior World Cup in Hockey in 2001, the dependable Baljit Singh, Team India’s goalkeeper from 2006-2010 are featured on the wall. The legacy of icons like Inder Salaria, Lakhwinder Singh, and the dynamic Gurjinder also finds the pride of place. The gold sensation from the 2003 Asia Cup, Didar Singh along with the Olympians, Dilpreet, Simranjit, and Hardik are also part of this illustrious list. The accolades continue with the recent champions of the Asian Champions Trophy 2023, including Kishan Pathak. Their contribution to the nation makes us all proud and inspires the young IOCians to chase their dreams with passion and determination." - S M Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil #IndianOilSportStars #ChampioningDreams #NationFirst #Hockey #IndianOilSportStars #ChampioningDreams #NationFirst