In my journey with the Tamil Nadu Champions Foundation, I have met countless and inspiring athletes. But one of the stories which stays with me is that of Manoj’s, a young para-athlete from a modest family in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. He had a contractual job at the Tamil Nadu Small Industries Corporation Limited (TANSI). He had immense talent, but without a platform, it remained in the shadows.

That is when the Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin’s government stepped in. On his instructions to spot such talent, we extended financial assistance to Manoj through the Foundation. Today, the young man is winning international competitions and bringing pride to Tamil Nadu and India. True to our word of supporting athletes beyond the podium, he now has a secure government job under the three per cent sports

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