Gorkhali youth icon and the founder of Run with Roshni project, Ms. Roshni Rai met with Union Sports Minister Mr. Sarbananda Sonowal in the Sports Authority of India Complex, Kandiveli.
Ms. Roshni informed the Hon’ble Minister on the “Identity Crisis” face by the Gorkhalis in India, and how she is promoting awareness about Indian Gorkhas through the Run With Roshni project.
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Gorkha Youth Icon Roshni Rai Meets Central Sports Minister |
The Minister was appreciative of her efforts, and has promised support in her future endeavors.
Corresponding with TheDC, Ms. Roshni Rai said, “I am so thankful to Mr. Atul Kulkarni who gave me this opportunity to interact with the Minister…” she added, “It was also amazing that I met NE Actress Kristine, and Sangamitra a Fashion Designer from Assam, who is now based in London”
One step at a time, the Gorkhas we are forging our bonds, and gradually we are moving towards helping erase the identity crisis facing our community.
Source :The Darjeeling Chronicle
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