U-17 World Cup gets NTPC, BYJU's and Dalmia Cement as sponsors

Energy conglomerate NTPC Limited, education technology provider BYJU's and cement major Dalmia Cement have been roped in as sponsors for the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup.
The trio of companies join Bank of Baroda, Hero MotoCorp and Coal India Limited as a national supporter of the event.
On NTPC coming on board, AIFF president Praful Patel, who is also the chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) said: "The support that we are getting from the Indian industry is truly heartening. NTPC has shown its commitment to building the nation through sport."
FIFA Director of Marketing Services Jean-Franois Pathy said: "We are absolutely thrilled to have such a prestigious firm as NTPC joining our sponsorship programme for the FIFA U-17 World Cup. NTPC's commitment and initiatives will help the ongoing development of football in India and participation of young people in the sport."

On Dalmia Cement, Patel said: "Dalmia has shown its commitment to the future of Indian youth with its partnership with the FIFA U-17 World Cup. We welcome them and salute their commitment.