Mumbai: Abhiraj and Niyati aka Abhi and Niyu, widely recognised content creators have been roped in to motivate the Indian contingent and cheer the Indian special athletes who are headed to the Special Olympics World Summer Games, Berlin.

They have been roped in to become Exclusive Goodwill Ambassadors in the Influencers category to create awareness about the special athletes representing India at the World Summer Games to be held in Berlin, Germany from June 17 to June 25, 2023.

This summer, the Special Olympics will be welcoming 7000 Special Olympics athletes and Unified partners from 190 countries to compete across 26 sports disciplines. The athletes will be supported by more than 3,000 coaches and 20,000 volunteers. Special Olympics Bharat is sending a contingent of 198 Special Athletes and partners and 57 Coaches from India to participate across 16 Sports.

Dr. Mallika Nadda, Chairperson, SO Bharat: I am delighted to see youth like Abhi and Niyu sensitised and proactive in their responsibility towards the society. I appreciate the several initiatives they have supported, drawing the attention of the enormous online following they enjoy. I trust that these partnerships would inspire people and help change mindsets.

On becoming the Exclusive Goodwill Ambassadors for Special Olympics Bharat, Abhi and Niyu stated, “It’s a great privilege to be in the company of special athletes that will make the country proud! Knowing their stories, cheering for them, and being a part of this marvelous journey will be an experience to cherish. We hope to create awareness among the general public about the cause of the Special Olympics and celebrate inclusivity through sports. We wish to encourage more people to support our special stars who will be representing India at the Special Olympics World Summer Games, Berlin.”