Himalaya Wellness Partners with RCB Women’s Team to Launch 1derwoman Academy for Aspiring Girl Cricketers

Mumbai, January 27, 2026: Himalaya Wellness has partnered with the RCB Women’s Team to launch the 1derwoman Academy, a digital learning and mentorship platform aimed at supporting aspiring girl cricketers across India. The initiative was unveiled in line with National Girl Child Day and builds on Himalaya’s ongoing 1derwoman programme focused on confidence-building and opportunity creation for young girls.

The 1derwoman Academy is designed as an interactive chatbot-led platform that connects participants with learning resources, motivational content and cricketing insights from members of the RCB Women’s Team. Through the platform, girls from across the country can register for a chance to receive one of 100 scholarships, while also accessing guidance related to skills, mindset and confidence required to pursue cricket professionally.

The chatbot experience begins with a welcome message from the RCB Women’s Team and progresses through personalised prompts and responses. Participants who complete the full journey receive a certificate, and their final submission is considered as part of the scholarship selection process. According to the company, the structure is intended to ensure that mentorship and learning are accessible, scalable and outcome-oriented.

Rajesh Krishnamurthy, Business Director – Consumer Products Division, Himalaya Wellness Company, said, “At Himalaya, our approach is anchored in building purposeful initiatives that deliver measurable impact. With the launch of the 1derwoman Academy, we are strengthening this commitment by moving beyond inspiration to action, building a structured pathway that supports learning, confidence, and long-term growth for young girls.”

Ragini Hariharan, Marketing Director – Beauty & Personal Care, Himalaya Wellness, said, “1derwoman was created to ensure young girls don’t just admire role models from afar, but feel supported in their own journeys. The Academy allows us to scale this intent by combining technology with credible voices, making mentorship accessible, relatable and relevant for today’s generation.”

Abhishek Ashat, General Manager – Beauty & Face Care, Himalaya Wellness, added, “The 1derwoman Academy is designed to inspire action, not just awareness. Through guided interactions, resources and scholarships, we aim to support young girls at a formative stage of their lives.”

Alongside the digital initiative, Himalaya Wellness also organised an on-ground cricket tournament in collaboration with the Female Cricket Academy. The tournament received over 200 registrations, with 25 participants selected for an opportunity to meet members of the RCB Women’s Team.

Through the 1derwoman Academy, Himalaya Wellness and the RCB Women’s Team aim to create structured access to mentorship, learning and exposure, supporting young girls who aspire to pursue cricket as a serious pathway.