Indian Gaming Community Unites to Raise Over INR 30 Lakhs for Odisha Relief

Author

Moin Khot

Date

Jun, 07.2023

In a heartwarming display of solidarity, the Indian gaming community has come together to provide substantial aid for the victims of the tragic train collision that occurred near Balasore, Odisha. With their philanthropic endeavors, prominent gaming personalities, pro players, and content creators have managed to raise a remarkable sum exceeding INR 30,00,000.

The impressive relief efforts commenced with S8UL Esports and CarryMinati, two influential figures in the gaming realm, leading the way. S8UL Esports orchestrated a charity stream that captivated the attention of their audiences. The stream, supported by Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal, managed to generate an astounding contribution surpassing INR 15 lakhs. Within the S8UL Esports community, well-known creators like Tanmay "Scout" Singh and Naman "Mortal" Mathur individually donated INR 1 lakh each. Scout, a native of Odisha, felt a personal obligation to lend a helping hand to his fellow Odias, expressing his pride and gratitude for the overwhelming response from the gaming community.

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Another esports powerhouse, Godlike Esports, took a different approach to contribute to the cause. Following their success in the recently concluded BGMI Rising tournament, GodLike decided to channel their tournament winnings towards the Odisha relief efforts. With their generous donation of INR 5 lakhs, they aim to alleviate the suffering of those affected by the tragic incident. Khushveen 'RebeL' Kaur, a member of Team Rebel, urged fans to join in the collective effort, emphasizing that even the smallest contribution could make a significant impact on the lives of the affected individuals.

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Furthermore, popular YouTube star Ajey "CarryMinati" Nagar organized a charity stream of his own, utilizing his vast influence to raise funds for the Odisha tragedy. Through the collective efforts of his dedicated fanbase, CarryMinati managed to amass an impressive sum of INR 13,37,612. Personally contributing INR 1.5 lakhs, CarryMinati expressed his heartfelt condolences to the affected families, emphasizing the need for unity and support during such distressing times.

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported the charity stream yesterday. Thanks to your generous contributions, we were able to raise a total of INR 11,87,611.64 by 1 pm today. To further enhance the impact, I have personally added INR 1.5 lacs,… pic.twitter.com/rIKMZDecqv

— Ajey Nagar (@CarryMinati) June 4, 2023

The unity and compassion demonstrated by the Indian gaming community have underscored the immense power and positive impact that gaming can have. Through their donations totaling over INR 33 lakhs, S8UL Esports, Godlike Esports, and CarryMinati have exemplified the spirit of camaraderie within the gaming community. Their contributions will provide vital assistance to those in need, offering solace and aid to the individuals and families affected by the devastating train collision in Odisha.