Onlykashmir.in News Desk
New Delhi: GR8 Sports India Pvt Ltd has been awarded the title of ‘Startup Maharathi in Gaming & Sports’ at Startup Mahakumbh 2025, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The award was presented by Union Minister Piyush Goyal to Co-Founder Fawzul Kabiir, recognizing the startup’s contributions to sports manufacturing, particularly its renowned Kashmir Willow cricket bats.
The Srinagar-based company gained international attention through its presence at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 and partnership with Legends League Cricket. It remains the only ICC-certified bat brand from Kashmir Valley.
Speaking at the event, Kabiir credited the team’s dedication and emphasized support for fellow startups. Startup Mahakumbh 2025 gathered thousands of innovators and was supported by DPIIT and key industry bodies, celebrating India’s growing startup ecosystem.
