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GMR Group upscale fitness landscape in Hyderabad with Yoddhas Gym
Mumbai: GMR Sports, the sports vertical of GMR Group announced the launch of a unique state-of-the-art gym, Yoddhas Gym, in Hyderabad. The GMR group, a pioneer in creating a sporting ecosystem in India through their various teams in Cricket, Kabaddi, and Kho-Kho along with academies have now forayed into fitness with the Yoddhas Gym. The addition of Yoddhas Gym to its portfolio stands as a testament to the infrastructure giant’s dedication to providing a mindful, holistic, and invigorating experience to all sports and fitness enthusiasts in the country. With the latest cutting-edge equipment, expert trainers, and a commitment to excellence, Yoddhas Gym promises to offer a fitness & wellness experience that transcends the boundaries of traditional fitness.
The driving force behind Yoddhas Gym is the aspiration to democratize the training experience of world-class athletes, by allowing fitness enthusiasts and aspiring athletes to access the same level of facilities and expertise that have powered GMR’s sporting franchisees to success at the biggest platforms.
Speaking on the launch, GMR League Games, Yoddhas Gym, CEO PKSV Sagar said, “ It gives us immense pleasure to announce the Yoddhas Gym, further showcasing our commitment to provide a 360-degree sporting ecosystem to all sports and fitness enthusiasts alike. The first ever Yoddhas Gym at Hyderabad is just the beginning to many more of them across the city and country in the months ahead, and we are hopeful that we can provide a holistic experience to athletes and fitness enthusiasts without any bias.”
GMR group is a well-established name in the world of sports with ownership of illustrious teams such as Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League and Women’s Premier League, UP Yoddhas in the Pro Kabaddi League, Telugu Yoddhas in the Ultimate Kho-Kho, India Capitals in the Legends League Cricket, and Dubai Capitals in the International League T20.
Currently, UP Yoddhas are plying trade in the PKL Season 10 and are gearing up to turn around their campaign with their next two matches scheduled to be played in the Hyderabad leg against Patna Pirates and Telugu Titans at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on 19 and 20 January respectively. UP Yoddhas are one of the most successful teams in the Pro Kabaddi League as they have made it to the playoffs in every season since their inception.
The Yoddhas Gym is located on the ground floor, tower 2, GMR Business Park, Aerocity Hyderabad.
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SPNI promotes Tavishi Budhiraja to vice president for HR and DEI
Longtime HR leader steps up to drive revenue teams and inclusion agenda
GURUGRAM: Sony Pictures Networks India has elevated Tavishi Budhiraja to vice president, HR business partner for revenue functions and diversity and inclusion, strengthening its people leadership across key business verticals.
In her expanded role, Budhiraja will oversee HR strategy for revenue-facing teams including ad sales across linear and digital, distribution and international business, while continuing to lead the company’s diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Budhiraja has been with the network for over 15 years, rising through the ranks from HR business partner for ad sales to assistant vice president, where she also took on the diversity and inclusion mandate. Her elevation reflects both continuity and a sharper focus on aligning people strategy with business growth.
Prior to joining SPNI, she worked with Reliance Communications as deputy manager, gaining early experience in human resources.
Announcing the move, Budhiraja said she looks forward to deepening impact and strengthening people strategies across teams, while continuing to grow within the organisation.
The promotion comes as media companies increasingly invest in talent and workplace culture to support evolving revenue models and digital expansion, making HR leadership a critical lever for long-term growth.
