In a historic event that will herald the dawn of sports-inclusive living for India, top real estate group, Yugen Infra, launched two pioneering ventures at its flagship township, Yugen Golf City, strategically situated near Goa’s MOPA International Airport.
Gary Kirsten Becomes Strategic Partner for Cricket Villa Project
The launch, at The Lalit in New Delhi on 6 August, ushered in Gary Kirsten – iconic South African cricketer and India’s coach when they won the 2011 World Cup – who was formally introduced as Yugen Infra’s strategic partner for the township’s state-of-the-art Cricket Villa project and twin-path residential school. Kirsten is accompanied by Russel Symcox of GK Investments, both who will support in a strategic advisory role.
30 Ultra-Luxury Villas to Reflect India’s Cricketing Passion
This collaboration will witness Gary Kirsten and Yugen Infra jointly developing 30 luxury Cricket-Front Villas, which will reflect India’s record-breaking enthusiasm for sports, as well as provide a lifestyle that is peerless in terms of luxury.
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“Partnering with Gary Kirsten is more than a business move; it’s a celebration of India’s cricketing soul. These villas symbolise a dream, where the spirit of the game lives in every breath and breeze,” commented Sheeshram Yadav, Founder of Yugen Infra. “At Yugen Infra, we don’t just build homes; we build experiences and legacies. With Cricket Front Villas, we are transforming a nation’s passion into an everyday lifestyle for our residents.”
The second project revealed in the evening was the True North International School, an Asia-first residential school intended to educate future leaders through a combination of world-class education and elite-level sporting training.
10-Acre Campus to Train Students as Scholars and Athletes
Developed in collaboration with the True North Group, the school will be built on 10 acres of foliage, delivering a double-track kind of education that allows for students’ well-being. This cutting-edge institution will integrate world-class studies with high-grade mentorship in chess, cricket, and other high-level games.
“Education is the foundation of any progressive society,” explained Sheeshram Yadav, Managing Director of Yugen Infra., “With True North International School, we are preparing students, not just for careers but for life, equipping them with the discipline of an athlete and the curiosity of a scholar.”
Speaking after the event, Gary Kirsten said he’s excited to be part of this groundbreaking development: “We are inspired by strong leadership that prioritises quality education and high-performance sport, which is why we’re partnering on this incredible development. This is a really impactful collaboration. We’re excited to be a part of something that’s set to have such a positive impact.”
Fireside Discussion Sparks Conversations on Tomorrow’s Champions
An illuminating fireside discussion at the launch event set the conversations rolling about creating tomorrow’s champions, on and off the fields, and in the classroom too. Exchanging their opinions on this issue were Gary Kirsten, Aakash Chaudhry, Founder and Managing Director of Sparkl Edventure, and renowned educationists.
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The evening saw the arrival of several other dignified guests, including Prof Harish Chaudhry of the Department of Management Studies of IIT Delhi and Russel Symcox, a strategic partner to Yugen Infra, True North and director of GK Investments.
Also present were elite school administrators of DPS Society, delegates from GD Goenka and Heritage Group of Schools, along with international sports mentors, prominent investors, and innovators who are all devoted to sports excellence and transformative learning.
