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Indian student secures monumental opportunity at LaLiga Business School
Mumbai: The educational department of LaLiga, LaLiga Business School is an institute created & run by professionals from the sports & entertainment industry with a vision of nurturing talent within the sports business ecosystem. Learning from renowned sports executives, and former Spanish national players, the institute seeks to provide holistic development of its students through a series of industry engagements. Recently, Indian national, Bijit Sarkar, an MBA candidate from the sports and entertainment management program was placed by the institute at the renowned sports competition ‘The Ocean Race’.
Learning through practical knowledge, students have the opportunity of interacting with a distinguished line-up of guest speakers. Sharing valuable insights on the sports industry, esteemed personalities such as Oscar Mayo Pardo (Executive Director at LaLiga),yJavier Latorre Tudela (Director of Communications at Valencia CF), Javier Sobrino (Ex-Chief strategy & innovation officer at FC Barcelona), Maheta Molango(Former CEO of RCD Mallorca), Patricia Rodriguez, (Ex-Ceo of SD Éibar), Antonio Bolaños (Former MD of The Ocean Race) and Esteban Granero (former Real Madrid player), are some of the names and profiles that interact with candidates daily.
Catering to the theoretical knowledge as well as the holistic development of the students, Industry exposure forms a critical part of the development pathway and is significant in forming notable connections. During the tenure at the LaLiga Business School, each student participates in a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses modules in general management, marketing, technology, human resources, innovation, and more. These courses provide individuals with a well-rounded understanding of the intricacies of the sports and entertainment industry. Moreover, exchange programs that facilitate personal and professional growth also supplement the experience at the LaLiga Business School.
Bijit said, “My time at the LaLiga Business School provided me with invaluable experience and a solid foundation in the sports and entertainment industry. The combination of practical knowledge, theoretical expertise, and exposure to diverse industry perspectives was key to my development and becoming industry ready. I am thrilled to continue my journey as an alumnus of the institute and am grateful for the opportunity with The Ocean Race”.
Adding to the experience provided by the guest faculty & the program architecture, Bijit also studied alongside renowned athletes in the football industry, Including, former Spanish International, Juan Mata and Roberto Jiménez Gago, the former Atlético de Madrid shot-stopper.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
