India House Houston, a non-profit organization based in the US state of Texas, has dedicated its grand stadium to Dr. Durga and Sushila Agarwal, who played a key role in building the arena that would host games for Indian-Americans. will serve as a replacement. and cultural programs.
Dr. Durga Agarwal, Founder & CEO, Piping Technology & Products, is a founding member and current trustee of India House.
He shared his vision of bringing cricket to America and creating a center that is inclusive and fosters cultural diversity.
As a plaque was unveiled by Agarwal, stadium lights were turned on to illuminate the 5.5-acre grounds to applause from spectators during a ceremony last week in which more than 100 Indian-Americans participated. Taken, keeping in mind the COVID-19 protocol.
Agarwal has played a major role towards the construction of the stadium with his generous donation to the community. The stadium will serve as a venue for Indian-Americans to organize sports and cultural events.
Dr Virendra Mathur, Trustee, India House spoke about Durga and their friendship that began from their days in India and their collective vision for India House.
Around 125 people from the community attended the ceremony and enjoyed a memorable evening filled with live music.
Col (Retd) Vipin Kumar, Executive Director, India House opened the ceremony by sharing a few words about the importance of the stadium to the community and Dr Manish Rungta, President, India House welcomed the guests.
Agarwal and his wife Sushila have been associated with India House since its inception and have contributed immensely. He continues to serve on several boards such as the University of Houston System such as the Board of Regents, the Board of Directors of the Asia Society Texas, among others.
Thanking Asim Mahajan, Consul General of India in Houston for the consulate’s tireless support, Agarwal told PTI: India House has become a strong pillar of the Houston community and has become a strong pillar of the community by bringing in resources to unite cultures, build bridges and serve the community. continues its mission to Education, services and Indian culture to the people of Houston led by the services of Vipin Kumar, Mathur, Rungta and many other community members.
This stadium is another great addition to India House and we look forward to seeing family and friends coming to see the local cricket game held at India House on Saturday.
India House Houston offers free COVID-19 testing, health check-up, food distribution, legal aid, free yoga, language, arts, senior technology, football and cricket classes, fitness Independence Day celebrations and computer classes.
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