RCL 2025 Season 3, the RCL's mission has expanded, aligning itself with Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi Ji's vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat and a developed nation by 2047. This year, RCL will not only continue its focus on food security but will also champion initiatives that promote health, wellness, fitness, and sustainable food practices across the country. The league is dedicated to supporting flagship programs such as the Khelo India Programme, FIT India Movement, Pradhan Mantri Atmanirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana, POSHAN Abhiyaan, Eat Right India Movement, and the Incredible India Campaign.
One of the critical challenges we face globally is food insecurity. The UN Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) aims to create a world free of hunger by 2030. However, the statistics are stark: nearly 811 million people worldwide suffered from hunger in 2020, while 2.4 billion people lacked regular access to adequate food.
The RCL, since its inception in 2023, has committed itself to raising awareness around food security, reducing food waste, and facilitating the creation of food banks for the underprivileged. The first two editions of the league set the stage for a movement that encourages simple yet impactful changes in consumer habits. By promoting the reduction of food waste and ensuring access to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food for vulnerable populations, including infants, the RCL has made significant strides in advancing these critical objectives.
Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha)
National Spokesperson, BJP
Former Union Minister for Civil Aviation and Skill Development & Enterpreneurship, Govt. of India
Honorary Chairman, Governing Council, RCL
A perfect platform for Hunger Free Bharat to connect with the hearts and minds of millions, The Restaurant Cricket League (RCL) redefines cricket's role from a source of entertainment to a driver of societal change and demonstrating the transformative power of sport for collective action.
Cricket, with its unparalleled reach, will amplify Hunger Free Bharat's core mission of alleviating hunger, reducing food wastage, and promoting sustainable food practices. Through RCL's wide-reaching platform, Hunger Free Bharat aims to raise awareness and inspire participation in creating a hunger-free India. By blending the passion for cricket with a commitment to cultural celebration and social impact, this movement embodies the spirit of transformation.
Together, Hunger Free Bharat and RCL are creating a powerful legacy-one where cricket not only entertains but also empowers, unites, and drives meaningful change for a better and sustainable future.
As we embark on the third season of the RCL in February 2025, we find ourselves at the intersection of sport, social responsibility, and sustainable development.
The Restaurant Cricket League (RCL) goes beyond traditional sports by championing social responsibility.
With sustainability embedded in its foundation, the RCL is committed to creating long-lasting positive change.
The RCL offers a unique opportunity for communities to come together, not only to enjoy thrilling cricket but to participate.
The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimates that approximately one-third of food produced for human consumption is wasted each year, resulting in 1.3 billion tons of food waste worldwide. On the other hand in 2020, nearly 811 million persons worldwide were suffering from hunger while a staggering 2.4 billion people, or above 30 per cent of the world's population, were moderately or severely food-insecure, lacking regular access to adequate food. The UN Sustainable Development Goal 2 is thus dedicated to creating a world free of hunger by 2030.