Ncell Foundation to Distribute 2,428 Educational Kits Through NPL ‘4s for 4’ Initiative

Ncell Foundation has announced the distribution of a total of 2,428 educational kits to students studying in government and community-run schools across Nepal, in line with its commitment made during the Nepal Premier League (NPL) Season 2.

Continuing its 4s for 4 social initiative, Ncell had pledged to provide four educational kits for every four hits during season 2. 

It reflects Ncell Foundation’s continued commitment to translating sporting enthusiasm into meaningful educational support for underserved communities, Ncell said in a statement.

During NPL Season 2, a total of 607 boundaries were hit by 99 players, ensuring distribution of 2,428 educational kits. Adam Rossington of Pokhara Avengers contributed the highest 31 fours, which ensured 124 kits for the students. With 26 boundaries, D'Arcy Short of Lumbini Lions secured 104 kits, placing second, while Binod Bhandari of Sudurpaschim Royals contributed 92 kits through 23 boundaries.

Each kit will include items such as a school bag, notebooks, pencils, sharpeners, erasers, and other basic stationery required for daily learning, the statement added.

“We would like to extend our heartiest congratulations and gratitude to all the players who contributed to this meaningful social initiative. Their performances not only strengthened their teams on the field but also expanded support for education beyond the boundary lines,” said Bishakha Laxmi Khadka, Corporate Communications and Sustainability Director at Ncell. 

Ncell was the ‘Powered By’ partner of NPL this season as well. The company had also provided a cash prize of Rs 25,000 to players hitting maximum numbers of 4s in each match played during season 2. In addition, Adam Rossington of Pokhara Avengers was awarded a cash prize of Rs 200,000 for contributing the highest number of fours across the season.

During the first NPL Season, Ncell Foundation had pledged 2,612 educational kits from 653 boundaries. In total, more than 9,000 educational kits were distributed nationwide, including those pledged under the 4s for 4 initiative, empowering thousands of students with essential learning materials.

The distribution of the educational kits will be carried out in coordination with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), local authorities, and implementing partner Karmayog Foundation, ensuring that the support reaches its intended beneficiaries, the statement added.