Cricket South Africa (CSA) have announced that the ODI between the
Proteas and India on December 5 at the Wanderers will be set aside as a
Pink Day in support of breast cancer awareness.
According to a statement released by CSA, this initiative and fund-raising drive supports PinkDrive, an organisation committed to improving breast cancer education and awareness, and to providing preventative screening services to women across South Africa.
The ‘Go Pink!’ initiative encourages supporters to wear pink to the cricket match to show their support for and raise awareness of breast cancer.
Fans wearing pink to the match will assist Bidvest and Momentum in setting a new record for the most people wearing a single colour, in one place in support of a specific cause.
Supporters, who do not have a ‘pink wardrobe’ are welcome to visit one of the Shop4Cancer stands within the stadium’s Pink Zones, where they can ‘pimp themselves pink’.
To show their support, the Proteas will again be playing in an all-pink kit for this specific match.
With the match at the start of end-of-year school holidays, supporters and their families can expect many fun activities throughout the day.
The best-dressed child under 12 will hand over the Man of the Match trophy and the best-dressed family will get to meet and greet a few of the Proteas after the match.
Aside from the co-sponsorship of this initiative, Bidvest will also be further adding to the cause by supporting the PinkDrive with an additional R1 000 for every four scored during the game as well as R4 000 for every six recorded by either team.
The company’s support of this initiative is in line with its corporate social investment strategy, says Sofia Lanuza, head of marketing at Bidvest.
“As a proudly South African company we are keenly aware of how important it is to support causes such as the PinkDrive.
"We select partners who create an impact on communities and channel maximum benefit to those in need throughout the country.
"Once again, we are proud to be able to assist raising awareness for breast cancer and we hope that South Africans will come away from this initiative not only entertained but educated about breast cancer.”
Danie van den Bergh, Momentum head of brand said: “Momentum’s purpose to help improve the Financial Wellness of all South Africans includes attention to physical well-being too.
"The impact of dread diseases devastates families, and the financial strain without adequate provision can be catastrophic.
"Being sick and unhealthy can cost a fortune. Having a rainy day, financial plan in place means that families can focus on recovery.
"Early detection remains crucial for survival, so supporting breast cancer awareness on Pink Day is our way of showing our support for those touched by this horrible disease”.
For every six hit during the match into the Momentum Family Area, Momentum will donate R10 000 to PinkDrive and for any direct hit on to the inflated ‘M’ in the Momentum Family Area, R100 000 will be donated.
“Cricket has a broader responsibility within society and this is one of our most important social campaigns,” commented CSA chief executive, Haroon Lorgat.
“The previous PinkDrive ODI we hosted against Pakistan earlier this year was a huge success and we achieved our dual aim of raising awareness for breast cancer and raising funds for this worthy cause.
“I have always been impressed by the support from the cricket community and I am sure that our fans will once again rally behind this most worthwhile cause. Everyone involved deserves special thanks for their support of this smart initiative.”
“The Wanderers Stadium was proud to introduce the Pink Day almost two years ago and this has become a highlight in our annual cricket calendar.
"This further re-affirms that cricket is more than just a sport and that as a cricket family we stand together for this great cause as we support our national team.
"I look forward to seeing all from around Johannesburg uniting for a purpose and enjoying a memorable day alongside the cricket field,” says Greg Fredericks, CEO of the Gauteng Cricket Board.
Castle Lager, the Proteas ODI team sponsor, has also put their backing behind the Pink Day initiative.
“Castle Lager will contribute R100 for every run scored by the Proteas squad in the first ODI against India at the Wanderers Stadium as well as R400 for each 4 scored and R600 for each 6 that crosses the boundary,” commented Alastair Hewitt, general manager of Castle Lager.
The general public, families and friends, cricket and general sport lovers, people affected by breast cancer, and young and old alike are all encouraged topledge their support towards the Go Pink initiative.
In addition, to wearing pink at the match, people can also get involved by donating R20 to PinkDrive by simply sending an SMS to 40158 with the keyword ‘PINKDRIVE’ to help raise the necessary funds for mammogram trucks, breast check units and accompanying awareness campaigns.
According to a statement released by CSA, this initiative and fund-raising drive supports PinkDrive, an organisation committed to improving breast cancer education and awareness, and to providing preventative screening services to women across South Africa.
The ‘Go Pink!’ initiative encourages supporters to wear pink to the cricket match to show their support for and raise awareness of breast cancer.
Fans wearing pink to the match will assist Bidvest and Momentum in setting a new record for the most people wearing a single colour, in one place in support of a specific cause.
Supporters, who do not have a ‘pink wardrobe’ are welcome to visit one of the Shop4Cancer stands within the stadium’s Pink Zones, where they can ‘pimp themselves pink’.
To show their support, the Proteas will again be playing in an all-pink kit for this specific match.
With the match at the start of end-of-year school holidays, supporters and their families can expect many fun activities throughout the day.
The best-dressed child under 12 will hand over the Man of the Match trophy and the best-dressed family will get to meet and greet a few of the Proteas after the match.
Aside from the co-sponsorship of this initiative, Bidvest will also be further adding to the cause by supporting the PinkDrive with an additional R1 000 for every four scored during the game as well as R4 000 for every six recorded by either team.
The company’s support of this initiative is in line with its corporate social investment strategy, says Sofia Lanuza, head of marketing at Bidvest.
“As a proudly South African company we are keenly aware of how important it is to support causes such as the PinkDrive.
"We select partners who create an impact on communities and channel maximum benefit to those in need throughout the country.
"Once again, we are proud to be able to assist raising awareness for breast cancer and we hope that South Africans will come away from this initiative not only entertained but educated about breast cancer.”
Danie van den Bergh, Momentum head of brand said: “Momentum’s purpose to help improve the Financial Wellness of all South Africans includes attention to physical well-being too.
"The impact of dread diseases devastates families, and the financial strain without adequate provision can be catastrophic.
"Being sick and unhealthy can cost a fortune. Having a rainy day, financial plan in place means that families can focus on recovery.
"Early detection remains crucial for survival, so supporting breast cancer awareness on Pink Day is our way of showing our support for those touched by this horrible disease”.
For every six hit during the match into the Momentum Family Area, Momentum will donate R10 000 to PinkDrive and for any direct hit on to the inflated ‘M’ in the Momentum Family Area, R100 000 will be donated.
“Cricket has a broader responsibility within society and this is one of our most important social campaigns,” commented CSA chief executive, Haroon Lorgat.
“The previous PinkDrive ODI we hosted against Pakistan earlier this year was a huge success and we achieved our dual aim of raising awareness for breast cancer and raising funds for this worthy cause.
“I have always been impressed by the support from the cricket community and I am sure that our fans will once again rally behind this most worthwhile cause. Everyone involved deserves special thanks for their support of this smart initiative.”
“The Wanderers Stadium was proud to introduce the Pink Day almost two years ago and this has become a highlight in our annual cricket calendar.
"This further re-affirms that cricket is more than just a sport and that as a cricket family we stand together for this great cause as we support our national team.
"I look forward to seeing all from around Johannesburg uniting for a purpose and enjoying a memorable day alongside the cricket field,” says Greg Fredericks, CEO of the Gauteng Cricket Board.
Castle Lager, the Proteas ODI team sponsor, has also put their backing behind the Pink Day initiative.
“Castle Lager will contribute R100 for every run scored by the Proteas squad in the first ODI against India at the Wanderers Stadium as well as R400 for each 4 scored and R600 for each 6 that crosses the boundary,” commented Alastair Hewitt, general manager of Castle Lager.
The general public, families and friends, cricket and general sport lovers, people affected by breast cancer, and young and old alike are all encouraged topledge their support towards the Go Pink initiative.
In addition, to wearing pink at the match, people can also get involved by donating R20 to PinkDrive by simply sending an SMS to 40158 with the keyword ‘PINKDRIVE’ to help raise the necessary funds for mammogram trucks, breast check units and accompanying awareness campaigns.
The Qila Mubarak complex stands in 10-acre ground in the heart
of the city, and contains the main palace or Qila Androon
(literally,'inner fort'), the guesthouse or Ran Baas and the Darbar
Hall. Outside the Qila are the Darshani Gate, a Shiva temple, and bazaar
shops which border the streets that run around the Qila and sell
precious ornaments, colorful hand-woven fabrics, ‘jootis’ and bright
‘Parandis’.
The
two mahals contain a large no. of frescoes, most of which were made
under Maharaja Narender Singh. Within the Qila Mubarak are 16 painted
and mirror-worked chambers. For instance, the Darbar room is illustrated
with Vishnu avatars and stories of courage or generosity, the ladies'
chamber with illustrations from famous romantic epics, and two other
chambers with illustrations of the qualities of a good or bad king. The
frescoes, among the finest painted in India in the second half of the
19th century are evidently the work of artists from Rajasthani, Pahari
and Avadhi traditions. 
Used
for large audiences and important public occasions, the Darbar has been
converted into a museum displaying dazzling chandeliers and armor,
including the sword and dagger of Guru Gobind Singh and Nadir Shah's
sword. The hall was built on a high plinth over a network of tunnels
which were service conduits. The facade gives the impression of a
double-storey building, with 'upper storey' windows and a balcony at the
first floor level, but the delicately worked wood-and-glass doors open
into a huge 15m-high chamber. At the far end is a raised platform, where
the Maharaja sat . The wooden frame work of the ceiling holds decorated
Plaster-of Paris tiles painted in Arabic style and the ceiling is hung
with a fabled collection of chandeliers. 
it
was completed under Maharaja Bhupinder Singh in the early 20th century.
The Old Moti Bagh Palace now houses the National Institute for Sports.
The facade has Rajasthan-style jharokas and chhatris, and the palace is
set in a beautiful garden with terraces, water channels and a Sheesh
Mahal.
behind
the main Moti Bagh Palace to serve as a pleasure complex.The paintings
in two of its well maintained , mirror-worked chambers are of Kangra and
Rajasthani qalam, depicting the poetic visions of Keshav, Surdas and
Bihari. The Sheesh Mahal now houses a museum, an art gallery, the famed
medal gallery and also the North Zone Cultural Centre.
the
small Lake in front of Sheesh Mahal is a magnificent suspension bridge
which being a replica of the famous Lakshman Jhoola at Rishikesh, is
also named as Lachman Jhoola. It links the Sheesh Mahal with the Banasar
Ghar on the other side of the lake. The Banasar Ghar now houses the
North Zone Cultural Center and a hall for setting up exhibitions.
The
Baradari gardens surround the Baradari palace located in the north of
old Patiala city, just outside Sheranwala Gate. The gardens, laid under
Maharaja Rajindera Singh were planted extensively rare trees and shrubs,
dotted with impressive Colonial buildings and a marble statue of
Maharaja Rajindera Singh and the Fern House. The 19th century Fern
House, a replica of the one in Calcutta forms a unique attraction along
with quaint Rink Hall. 
Intended
to be the Administrative Secretariat of the princely state, this
beautiful building now houses the offices of the Punjab State
Electricity Board.
The
villagers of Lehal donated land for the modest Gurudwara built on this
elevated site, said to have been visited by Guru Teg Bahadur. The
legend is that anyone who prays at this Gurudwara is relieved of his
suffering ('dukhniwaran'). A new bigger building is now being
constructed.
the punjabi language
department of the university has
translated a number of non-Punjabi
classics into Punjabi. Punjabi
culture has also received a fillip
through diligent and scholarly work
on projects like Encyclopedia of
Sikhism. 
The University has three
regional centres, namely, The Guru
Kashi Regional Centre at Bathinda,
The Guru Kashi Campus at Talwandi
Sabo and The Nawab Sher Mohammad Khan
Institute of Advanced Studies in
Urdu, Persian and Arabic at
Malerkotla.Punjabi University,
Patiala, has set up an Extension
Centre for computer education at
Jaito.
Established in 1956,
Thapar Institute of Engineering &
Technology (TIET) started with the
goal of providing undergraduate and
postgraduate education in Engineering
and Technology, a close interaction
with industry, and a strong emphasis
on research. TIET has since grown
steadily in size and activities
during the last four decades of its
existence. Over 7400 engineers have
graduated from TIET. In recognition
of its achievements, TIET was granted
full autonomy and the status of a
Deemed University in 1985 by the
University Grants Commission.
This is a premier
institute for sports facilities which
is under the control of Ministry of
Human Resource Development,
Government of India. Players are
groomed here for the top sports
competitions of the world. World
class sports infrastructure is
available here for many games.
Gopal's
has a humble origin in the enterprising thought of S.Hargopal Singh
when he opened the first outlet at Fountain chowk Patiala.
Over the years the sweetness and aroma of the Gopal's spread in Patiala
and the region around.Over the ever increasing patronage of Patialavis
the second outlet was opened at the Leela Bhawan. And adding to the
chain a third outlet has been opened at Urban Estate.
Sahni
Bakery is the oldest and considered the best bakery in town. It has
three stores at Patiala.
The oldest is at Lahori Gate Patiala. Amongst the others are at Guru
Nanak Nagar, Tripuri and at Bhupindra road 22 no. Railway Crossing.
The 22no. Railway Crossing shop also serves as a restaurant famous for
its food.
Jaggi
sweets are manufacturers, retailers and exporters of Sweets, Namkeens
and other related products since the year 1955. With the rich experience
of their three generations, they offer the cleanest and best quality
products produced using the most modern technology to suits the
contemporary taste.
Jaggi sweets now sells some 90 kind of sweet prepreations and also
indulges in making of sugar free sweets.It has two outlets at Patiala.
The older one is at Adalat bazar and the new one has been opened at
Bhupindra Road 22 no. Railway Crossing.
Cafe
Coffee Day is India's favourite coffee shop, for the young and the
young at heart. We're part of India's largest coffee conglomerate, the
Amalgamated Bean Coffee Trading Company.In Patiala there are few outlets
of cafe
coffee day. Amongst them are the one at New Leela Bhawan Market, at
Bhupindra Road,in Omaxe Mall and at Urban Estate Phase-II.
Domino's
Pizza India over the period since 1996, has remained focused on
delivering great tasting Pizzas and sides, superior quality, exceptional
customer service and value for money offerings.
Domino's Pizza has few outlets at Patiala. The one at New Leela Bhawan
market and a recent branch has been opened at Urban Estate.
McDonald's
is the world's leading food service retailer with more than 33,000
restaurants in 118 countries serving more than 67 million customers each
day. At Patiala too it has its outlet inside Omaxe Mall Patiala.
Harland
Sanders founded Kentucky Fried Chicken Company is said to have a
perfect blend of 11 Herbs and Spices.KFC has 223 restaurants across 35
cities in India and will have 500 restaurants across 75 cities by
2015.Patiala too has a KFC outlet at New Leela Bhawan market. 
The
House of Patiala was well known for its patronage of the royal game of
cricket. The rulers themselves were outstanding cricketers and great
lovers of the game. They brought Patiala on the world map of cricket and
developed it to be nursery of keen and energetic cricketers.
It was Maharaja Rajindra Singh who was a pioneer among the Indian
princes to take the game in the right earnest. Although only 14 years of
age the young Maharaja showed great zeal and aptitude for the game of
cricket. The Maharaja and his young brother, Raja Ranbir Singh use to
take up there positions as to rival captions on the joyous field, eager
to inflict defeat on the other.
The ground on which Maharaja Rajindra Singh used to play matches was
very close to the Rajindra Palace. After the completion of the Cricket
Pavillion, Maharaja Rajindra Singh, established a regular club of
Cricket and named it ‘PATIALA CRICKET CLUB’.
The activities of the cricket club were looked after by Col. K.M.Mistri
and other prominent coaches. In 1920, more sports were added in the club
activities. In 1923, the Cricket Club’s name was changed into R.G.C.C.
(Rajindra Gymkhana Cricket Club).
During Maharaja Bhupindra Singh’s reign many foreign teams visited India
and the ruler saw to it that they played a match in Baradari Grounds.
It was only in this magnificent ground that many of the visiting foreign
teams met their waterloo. He was also acclaimed as British Empire’s
leading cricketer in 1911.
After the creation of PEPSU in 1956, when Maharaja Yadavindra Singh was
made the Raj Parmukh of PEPSU, this building was converted into Rajindra
Gymkhana & Mahindra Club under the stewardship of Royal family of
Patiala, which is still carried on. The games like table tennis,
badminton, swimming pool is available for the members of the club.
Omaxe
mall Patiala house various entertainment packages for public. The
Jammin area has bumper cars, games stations, superbike racing, air
hockey attracting kids as well as for adults.
The SRS Cinemas has four screens offering movie watching.The Horror
House and 5D movies are also famous. 
Netaji
Subhas National Institute of Sports, Patiala India which is also Asia's
largest Sports Institute is housed in the palatial monumental building
and sprawling lawns built by the erstwhile Maharaja of Patiala whose
descendants dedicated this complex for the promotion of sports to the
people of India.
This Institute is popularly known as the "Mecca" of Indian Sports and
has produced Coaches of high caliber and significantly contributed in
rendering their expertise and assistance in the preparation of the
national teams for various International competitions. Housed in the
erstwhile Palace of Maharaja (King) of Patiala (Punjab), National
Institute of Sports, which is now the Academic Wing of the Sports
Authority of India was established by the Government of India on 7th
May, 1961 with the objective of developing sports in the country on
Scientific lines and to train the Coaches in different sports
disciplines. The Institute was renamed as Netaji Subhas National
Institute of Sports (NSNIS) on 23rd January, 1973.
The Institute is housed in an area of 268 acres. The Institute has
enormous facilities for academic programmes & sports training and 4
hostels for the comfortable stay of the students, national players and
coaches. The Institute is having 115 rooms which houses the office,
library, museum, class rooms & staff club. One Guest House with
lounge & conference hall is situated in the Institutes green belt.
Department of Sports Medicine is providing all medical assistance to the
players, students and staff. The sports training facilities are of
international standard comprising of Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Indoor
Halls, Cycling Velodrome, Squash Courts, Conditioning Units, Hockey
Fields (Grass & synthetic), Athletic Track (Cinder & synthetic)
& Out Door Courts. For the recovery of players well maintained Sauna
Bath, Steam Bath and Hydrotherapy facilities are available.
The
department was established as an independent department in the year
2005 to produce good physical education teachers.and to promote research
work in the area of physical education.
Thrust Area
Prof.
Gursewak Singh Govt. College of Physical Education, Patiala (Pb.) NAAC
Accredited B++ is a premier institute of northern India.
It is the only govt. college of physical education in Punjab which
offers all the courses in physical education. This college started its
journey from Mountessary Park Lahore in 1940. To fulfill the requirement
of physical education, a six month course was started at Tara Devi.
In 1952 the college was shifted to Ropar and finally it was shifted at
Patiala in 1958.
In the year 2005, college was renamed as Prof. Gursewak Singh Govt.
College of Physical Education. Prof. Gursewak Singh was a great
sportsperson, eminent educationist and good administrator.
