"The six-time world Boxing champion will commence her collaboration with Gera’s ChildCentric Homes with her academy, Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation, at Gera’s Island of Joy, East Kharadi, Pune"

Gera Developments Private Limited (GDPL), esteemed pioneers in real estate and recipients of multiple awards for their premium residential and commercial projects across Pune, Goa, and California, hosted the latest session of their signature series, ‘Meet the Champion,’ featuring the illustrious Indian Olympic boxer, Mary Kom.

Mary Kom, a six-time World Amateur Boxing champion, is part of the celebrity-led academies at Gera’s ChildCentric® Homes. She commenced her collaboration with Gera’s Island of Joy, East Kharadi, Pune, through her academy, the Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation.

The event showcased a discussion between Ms. Mary Kom and Kumar Gera, Chairman of Gera Developments Private Limited, as well as a meeting with the customers of Gera’s Island of Joy. The 2012 Olympic medallist shared her inspiring journey from a challenging background to becoming a boxing legend, highlighting resilience, determination, and hard work. With medals in all eight AIBA World Boxing Championships, a rise to World No.1 in the AIBA world rankings for light flyweight, and India's first-ever Olympic medal in boxing from the London 2012 Games, Ms. Mary Kom’s story resonates deeply, inspiring countless individuals worldwide.

This year’s event was particularly significant as it celebrated the tenth anniversary of Gera’s ChildCentric® Homes and the launch of its largest project ever, Gera’s Island of Joy. GDPL has collaborated with world-renowned experts to bring world-class infrastructure directly to residents’ doorsteps. These partnerships provide children with high-quality coaching in various fields such as performing arts, sports, and personal development, ensuring they can explore and nurture their passions in a safe and supportive environment.

The addition of Ms. Mary Kom as an expert to the academies integral to Gera’s ChildCentric® Homes received an overwhelming response from attendees.

Speaking about the collaboration, Mary Kom said, “I am honored to be associated with Gera’s ChildCentric® Homes. It’s inspiring to see a brand dedicated to nurturing children’s talents and dreams, as this is crucial for fostering future champions. Together with Gera Developments, we can empower the next generation to achieve their greatest potential.”

Expanding on the concept, Rohit Gera, Managing Director of Gera Developments, said, “Gera’s ChildCentric® Homes are designed to provide parents with the right environment to identify and nurture their children's talents. Our academies are led by celebrities who are world-renowned experts in their respective fields, from P. Gopichand in badminton to Shankar Mahadevan in music. As we enter our tenth year, we are thrilled to collaborate with Ms. Mary Kom and her academy, the Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation, adding a new dimension to our offerings at Gera’s ChildCentric® Homes.”

Rohit Gera further highlighted that the initiative was born from a vision to address the manifold challenges faced by urban parents. “Recognizing these challenges, GDPL embarked on a mission to transform residential spaces and offer thoughtfully curated celebrity-led learning academies with top-notch coaching in various disciplines, reinforcing Gera’s commitment to nurturing talent and passion among children,” he concluded.

The success of Gera’s ChildCentric® Homes is evident not only in industry accolades but also in the satisfaction of over 3,500 families. Esteemed platforms such as Realty+ Conclave & Excellence Awards have recognized the initiative as the “Themed Project Of The Year,” underscoring its impact and significance in the real estate industry.