A 45-day football roadshow to empower youth and showcase Andhra Pradesh’s cultural pride
Vijayawada, 17TH September: In a landmark collaboration, the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Department has partnered with India Khelo Football (IKF) to launch the “Tyger IKF Scout on Wheels” initiative—a 45-day football roadshow aimed at discovering grassroots talent and empowering communities across the state.
Under the visionary leadership of Amrapali Kata, IAS, Managing Director of Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation, the department will facilitate the entire tour, ensuring seamless logistical execution across seven major cities: Vizag, Rajahmundry, Sattenpalle, Vijayawada, Kurnool, Anantapur, and Tirupati. The initiative will also reach over 10 satellite towns, bringing football trials, clinics, parent workshops, and girls’ empowerment sessions directly to local communities.
Celebrating Culture Through Sport
Amrapali Kata, IAS, Managing Director – Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation, said:
“Tourism is not just about destinations, it is about celebrating the people and their stories. By supporting Scout on Wheels, we are endorsing a campaign that takes football, empowerment, and pride to every corner of Andhra Pradesh. Together, we will ‘Discover Andhra Through Football’ and present our state as one of opportunity, culture, and youth energy.”
Tyger Capital: Title Partner and Community Enabler
Gaurav Gupta, Founder, MD & CEO of Tyger Capital, added:
“Tyger Capital is proud to be the Title Partner of Scout on Wheels. As an NBFC, our mission is to empower communities with financial freedom. Through this campaign, our 27 branch volunteers will work directly with parents and players to provide financial literacy, apprenticeships for youth, and job opportunities for families. For us, this is not just about loans — it is about giving families the freedom to dream.”
IKF’s Vision for Inclusive Football
Phani Bhushan, Founder of IKF, said:
“At IKF, we believe football belongs to every pin code in India. By bringing Scout on Wheels to Andhra Pradesh, we are proving that football opportunity should not be limited to traditional states. This is about scouting players, empowering girls, engaging parents, and above all, turning Andhra Pradesh into a football-playing state. We are grateful to Tyger Capital and Andhra Pradesh Tourism for joining us in this journey.”
Expected Impact at a Glance
• 1,000+ players scouted for professional opportunities
• 2,000+ parents engaged through awareness sessions
• 300+ girls empowered through workshops on health, nutrition, and sport
About IKF
India Khelo Football (IKF) is a neutral, nationwide platform dedicated to connecting grassroots talent with professional football opportunities. Unlike academies, agents, or clubs, IKF is a not-for-profit movement committed to democratizing scouting and building sustainable careers through initiatives like Career360.
Registrations for all cities will open soon on IKF’s website and will be declared on AP tourism’s social media handles as well. Players from 11 to 17 year olds can participate in these events.
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