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Record breaking participation of 1.9 lakh kids in the Star Sports Incredible IPL School Quiz
Mumbai: With the advent of the IPL, Star Sports, the official television broadcasters of the TATA IPL 2023, launched an innovative initiative ‘Incredible IPL School Quiz’ to engage young cricket fans across the country for the ongoing marquee tournament. The ‘Incredible IPL School Quiz’, a first-of-its-kind activation aimed at the youngest fans in the cricket ecosystem, has been a huge success throughout the course of the tournament. The quiz that recently concluded the initial phase has attracted over 1.93 lakh participants, the highest number of unique participants in an online quiz to date. More than 9,140 unique schools have participated in the quiz, highlighting its immense popularity among the youngest set of fans. The defining feature of the quiz has been the seamless integration with the IPL broadcast on the Disney Star Network into an online quiz using the ‘Incredible Question of the Day’ feature, which has tested the knowledge of young minds.
As the quiz enters its zonal rounds, top five schools from each zone will compete in the zonal finals on 10 May. The zonal finale will determine the top eight teams from across the country, who will then receive a unique opportunity to compete in the national finale on May 16th, 2023, at the Star Sports studio, in Mumbai.
Congratulations to these schools for coming out with flying colours in the #IPLSchoolQuiz and making it to the Zonal Finals!
Our team will reach out to these schools for further processes!
All participating students: download your certificate from https://t.co/e8FvFcqmTF! pic.twitter.com/6QDRrJ9OhD— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) May 5, 2023
The continuous engagement with schools and children has helped Star Sports witness a staggering growth in viewership among kids (2-14 years), a big fillip for brands targeting the consumer cohort. Around 10 Crore kids tuned in to watch the live broadcast of the first 38 games, an increase of 61 per cent over the last edition. This achievement showcases the growing popularity of the League and the broadcaster’s ability to engage audiences across age groups with high-quality content.
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.
