Rahul Bose Instagram – At the Kalinga stadium in Bhubaneshwar, yesterday was a landmark day in the history of Indian Rugby. Thanks to the commitment, passion and generosity of @sports_odisha , Rugby India has inked a deal to receive funds from them solely dedicated to the welfare of our National team players, both women and men, girls and boys. Their nutrition, high performance, coaching aids etc will be looked after with this sponsorship. AND they will, for the first time in the sport’s history in this country, be paid for attending National camps and representing the country. This marks the first small, but solid step towards professionalising the sport in India. Welcome on board, Odisha State, as Associate Sponsors of Indian Rugby National teams! Many thanks to @naveen_odisha . Onward and upward, @rugbyindia ! #anythingforthegame #onwardandupward