Yohan & Michelle Poonawalla Support Revamp of Cowasjee Jehangir Colony With Multipurpose Sports Complex

Mumbai, July 2, 2025: Demonstrating their deep-rooted commitment to upliftment and civic transformation, philanthropists and industrialists Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla have extended their generous support towards the creation of a world-class floodlit, multipurpose sports complex at the Cowasjee Jehangir Colony (CJ Club), Mumbai. The newly inaugurated sports facility, featuring courts for tennis, pickleball, volleyball, throwball, basketball and sepak takraw, is a vital addition to CJ Club’s growing legacy.

The initiative aligned with the CJ Club’s 25th Silver Jubilee year and the new facility was unveiled by the managing committee members and club members. This new facility was built in collaboration with dedicated teams, cementing the importance of teamwork and social engagement across generations.

Designed to promote wellness, inclusion and youth development, the complex is fully equipped with professional-grade sports kits, surface finishing, synthetic flooring, lighting systems and civil infrastructure, setting a new benchmark for sports spaces in the city.

Yohan, Chairman of the Poonawalla Group and a prominent force in India’s industrial landscape, said, “For us, giving back to society isn’t just a responsibility; it’s a way of life. This sports facility is our tribute to the spirit of youth and to nurture the growing athletic potential in the city.”

Michelle, Director, Poonawalla Group, artist and a leading figure behind the family’s charitable endeavours, added: “We are deeply committed to supporting projects that drive impact at the grassroots. Access to quality recreational spaces is essential, not just for physical fitness but for overall well-being. This sports complex is a space of joy, inclusion and aspiration, and we’re honoured to be a part of its journey.”

The new endeavour adds to the Poonawallas’ growing legacy of philanthropy. From the acclaimed restoration of Pune’s iconic Turf Club to the recent establishment of a cutting-edge Neurological and Trauma Care Unit at Ruby Hall Clinic, their initiatives span across healthcare, education, heritage preservation and public welfare and many more, consistently reflecting their vision of building a better and more equitable society.