KFC India supports & sponsors Indian

KFC India supports & sponsors Indian Deaf Cricket Teams in a landmark partnership with IDCA

Further strengthens it commitment of Feeding People’s Potential with KFC Kshamata

 

Furthering their efforts to build visibility and growth for the sport of deaf cricket in the country, KFC India today announced a partnership with the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA). The joint announcement was made today by Mr. Sumit Jain, President, Indian Deaf Cricket Association and Mr. Moksh Chopra, Chief Marketing Officer, KFC India along with Captain of the women's national cricket team Mithali Raj, at a press briefing held in Delhi. The brand comes on-board as the ‘Principal Sponsor’ for IDCA starting this year, until the ICC Cricket World Cup for the Deaf in 2023. To mark the occasion, Sumit, Moksh and Mithali together unveiled a vibrant KFC + IDCA jersey for the national deaf cricket team, symbolic of the dynamic partnership of the brands. Taking forward the objective of nurturing potential with its KFC Kshamata programme, the brand will facilitate conducting tournaments, building visibility and exploring growth opportunities for speech & hearing-impaired cricketers, along with the Indian Deaf Cricket Association. Also present at the press briefing were cricketers representing different IDCA teams: Virender Singh, Captain (Himachal Pradesh), Rohit Saini, Wicketkeeper (Delhi), Yashwanth Naidu, Fast Bowler (Andhra Pradesh), Manjeet Kumar, All-rounder (Delhi), Akansha Tiwari, Captain (Delhi), Sanjeela Bansal, Wicketkeeper (Delhi) and Kajal Dhawan, Batsman (Delhi).

President of the IDCA, Sumit Jain, is a former cricketer himself and is known to be a beacon of hope for hearing impaired cricketers, with a vision to provide a platform for talent & endeavours to bring deaf cricket into mainstream cricket. Sharing his thoughts on the partnership, Sumit Jain, President, Indian Deaf Cricket Association, expressed, “We are really excited to partner with KFC India and would like to thank them for supporting a sport which needs stronger recognition not just in India but worldwide. I am thankful to all the support from the cricketing fraternity & officials. As an affiliate to the Deaf International Cricket Council, we look forward to the Deaf World Cup with the best players to represent India on an international stage.”

Commenting on the partnership, Moksh Chopra, Chief Marketing Officer, KFC India, said, “With our program, KFC Kshamata, we have been on a journey to maximise potential and support ability imbalance gaps; actively hiring 100+ hearing impaired team members to power our KFC restaurants; with a goal to double this count. Our partnership with the Indian Deaf Cricket Association marks a key milestone in our endeavour to maximise the potential and provide equal opportunities for persons with disability. As principal sponsors we will focus on driving visibility, skill development and extending growth opportunities for hearing impaired cricketers. Together with the IDCA we will support the growth of the sport of deaf cricket, at both national and international levels, including supporting the Indian cricket team at the Deaf Cricket World Cup.”

Gracing the event and endorsing the landmark partnership was Captain of the women's national cricket team and Khel Ratna awardee, Mithali Raj. She added, “I have always admired the sheer talent, drive and endurance displayed at sports by differently abled persons, including deaf cricket. It is imperative that players receive the right training and support, that helps them break the biases of disability. The coming together of KFC India and the Indian Deaf Cricket Association in partnership is remarkable in stirring the conversation in this direction and I am extremely happy to be a part of this momentous announcement today. I wish the teams the very best for the upcoming matches as I gear up to cheer from the sidelines."

There’s more to cheer on - IDCA has an exciting line-up for cricket-lovers starting now and all through the next year. With Domestic Tournaments as: Men T-20 National Cricket Championship for Deaf (NCCD) in Dec 2021; Junior U-19, T-20 National Cricket Championship for Deaf (NCCD) in Jan 2022; One-Day National Cricket Championship for Deaf (Men) (NCCD) in Feb 22; Women T-20 National Cricket Championship for Deaf (WNCCD) in Mar 2022 and International Tournaments as: Bilateral Series (Men); Deaf-ICC ODI Champions Trophy (Men) in Mar 2022; Bilateral Series (Men)and Deaf-ICC ODI World Cup (Men) in 2023. For details and updates on match schedules, please visit: IDCA's Facebook page...

KFC hosts the Biggest, Baddest Burger Bash ever, right here in India!

The long weekend gone by was unlike any other. There was much buzz & excitement in burger-land as KFC India hosted the biggest virtual burger party of the year! KFC’s Big Burger Bash was indeed a party like no other as it brought together burger lovers (and some willful converts; for burgers like these who wouldn’t), popular social media stars, food communities, bloggers and consumers from across the country, to relish their favourite new Value Burges. 

Taking the energy quotient of the Bash a notch higher and adding more spice to the party celebrations was legendary actor & KFC fan Anil Kapoor. Anil shared his love for KFC burgers and posed for pictures with other participants at the Bash, in his iconic jhakaas style. With about 500 people coming together from across cities, this was indeed the first-of-its-kind and largest gathering of people coming together virtually for a burger party.

Sharing his experience of being a part of the Burger Bash, Moksh Chopra, Chief Marketing Officer, KFC India said, “KFC’s Value Burgers have been garnering much love amongst consumers since their launch earlier this year. In fact, Anil Kapoor’s epic dialogue from the campaign film has created much buzz on social and online mediums. We felt what better way to celebrate the love for KFC burgers than, by hosting the Big Burger Bash – a virtual party with a difference. We invited our KFC fans to come together and celebrate their shared love for burgers; while digging into some delectable burgers on the side. Having the legendary Anil Kapoor be a part of the Bash meant it wasn’t just the biggest bash of the year, but the most exciting too!”

“I am an ardent foodie and burgers are one of my favourites. And KFC’s Value Burgers are just the kind I like. So obviously I had to be a part of the year’s biggest virtual bash - KFC’s Big Burger Bash! I had such a blast enjoying KFC's Value Burgers with fellow KFC fans from all across the country. Indeed, it was a ‘jhakaas’ moment! This is the stuff epic parties (and patties) are made of!" said Anil Kapoor as upped the energy and star quotient of the Burger Bash.

The Value Burgers campaign that was launched earlier this year has been popular with consumers and netizens alike, with Anil Kapoor’s dialogue - ‘Agar ye bun tikki burger hai to mai Sonam Kapoor hu, moocho ke saath’ been recreated by many enthusiastic fans. In addition to drool-worth burgers, the Bash was also marked by participants’ displaying their quirky and witty selves, sharing their take on the now famous dialogue. While one participant said, ‘Agar ye bun tikki burger hai to mai Virat Kohli hu, clean shave ke saath’ another remarked ‘Agar ye bun tikki burger hai – to main basanti hun, vo bhi kam baato ke saath’; leaving Anil Kapoor and the other participants in splits. A group selfie with all participants posing with and biting into their burgers was just the high note the year’s biggest Burger Bash could end on. The KFC Value Burger range starting at just INR @69 is available across KFC restaurants and on the KFC app and website too.

FESTIVITIES GET A ZING

                 FESTIVITIES GET A ZING, WITH KFC’S NEW TANDOORI ZINGER BURGER

Now enjoy your favourite Zinger burger with a new ‘tandoori’ twist

It’s that time of the year when there is festivity all around. And adding some more cheer, or should we say ‘flavour’ to it is KFC India with the all new and special - Tandoori Zinger Burger. That’s right! Your favourite crispy Zinger Burger now comes with a tandoori twist. So, here’s just the additional zing and twist to add to the ongoing festivities.

 

Just when you wondered how the Original Celebrity Burger - Zinger - could get any zingier. Made with an extra crispy fillet of KFC’s signature chicken, layered with fresh lettuce & creamy mayo - the Tandoori Zinger is packed with a unique tandoori flavoured sauce, making it the perfect companion for celebrations with friends & family.

 

What’s better than relishing the new Tandoori Zinger you ask? Well, it is when all the fun, festivities and food come with the additional assurance of KFC’s 4X Safety Promise of Sanitization, Social Distancing, Screening and Contact Less service. Our team members follow stringent Sanitization measures, with all surfaces being sanitized every 30 minutes as well as food delivery bags after every order. All team members and delivery executives are Screened for their body temperature before they enter the restaurant. Social Distancing is adhered to at the restaurants as well as in the kitchens, with floor stickers guiding customers to maintain the necessary distance from each other. Moving into a completely ContactLess delivery and take-away approach, we ensure no contact between the delivery executive and customer, with online payments as a recommended practice.

 

So, get your hands on the newest, special burger in town - the Tandoori Zinger - now. Starting at INR 149, Tandoori Zinger Burger can be availed at your nearest KFC restaurant or ordered online on the KFC App (available on the Appstore & Playstore) or on the Website (www.kfc.co.in).

KFC set to welcome fans at new

KFC set to welcome fans at new restaurant in SKLS Galaxy Mall in Chennai

The Original Celebrity Chef - KFC’s Colonel Sanders - has opened a new destination for chicken-lovers in Chennai. With the launch of its new restaurant at SKLS Galaxy Mall in Chennai, KFC presents another location for its fans to indulge in their favourite Hot & Crispy KFC chicken. Located at SKLS Galaxy Mall in the Red Hills neighbourhood of Chennai, the new restaurant is spread across 1800 square feet and seats 60 people.

Keeping with KFC’s 4X Safety Promise of Sanitization, Screening, Social Distancing and ContactLess, the restaurant follows intensified sanitization after every 30 minutes including all surface areas like tables, counters, doors and door handles. The delivery teams wash & sanitize their hands & bags after every order. All team members, including delivery riders, are regularly screened and undergo daily temperature checks, wearing masks and gloves at all times. 

Following social distancing, there are floor stickers to help customers and delivery riders maintain a safe distance of minimum 6 ft. as they queue up for orders. Customers can enjoy their KFC favourites, through contactless food channels of delivery, takeaway as well as KFC to your Car/Bike.

Restaurant address: Shop no.001, SKLS Galaxy Mall, 180, G.N.T Road, Red Hills, Chennai - 600052.

Show us your Chef-moves with

Show us your Chef-moves with ‘KFC Home Kitchen’

Wondering how to keep the fam’s taste buds happy with every meal? Look no further as #QuarantineCooking just got a lot more fun! KFC Home Kitchen is here for the talented Chef and KFC-lover in you. 

Whisk up some new recipes using KFC’s signature chicken as the core ingredient. How about a KFC Hot & Crispy Biryani or a sweet and savory KFC Chicken Popcorn Bhel?  

Follow KFC Insta for more inspiration on drool-worthy recipes with your KFC favourites. So, make the most of your time at home; share your recipes with #KFCHomeKitchen and @KFCIndia_Official because best recipes stand a chance to win KFC goodies! 

Early entries to the campaign brought out some truly exciting KFC specials. For instance, who would have ever thought of using KFC’s juicy & crispy chicken to add some spice & punch into a regular pulao? 

Well, here is an easy-to-make KFC Tawa Pulav recipe, specially curated by Chef Kunal Kapur, to treat your taste buds to a flavorful ride.

Perhaps the only time the lockdown doesn’t seem a killjoy; hurry and show us your best shot at KFC Home Kitchen. Don’t forget to tag @KFCIndia_Official along with #KFCHomeKitchen; and your recipe & dish could be showcased next on KFC Instagram.

KFC India to provide 1 Million Meals

KFC India to provide 1 Million Meals to Feed Communities in Need

Extends support to migrant workers and daily wage earners

KFC India today announced, that it has pledged to donate at least 1 Million meals to help communities in need during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. These meals will be provided to migrant workers and daily wage earners struggling to earn a livelihood and afford meals during the extended lockdown. Supported by the Yum! Foundation, KFC India will be funding these meals.

“Giving back is one of KFC’s core values. As a nation, we are all working collectively to flatten the Covid-19 curve; at the same time there are many in our communities who are adversely impacted because of the ongoing lockdown. They are grappling with limited or no access to essential items, including food, for their families. As individuals & corporates, we have an opportunity to make a positive difference to their lives and provide access to nutritious food. We are all together in this fight against Covid-19 and I have faith that we will come through stronger and better”, said Samir Menon, Managing Director, KFC India.

KFC has partnered with ResponseNet to work with impacted communities in need across Delhi, Assam, Bangalore, Mumbai, Jharkhand and other states. ResponseNet will be disseminating kits of essential food and necessity items as rice, flour, pulses, cooking oil, spices, etc. in the identified regions. With growing uncertainty around the situation of Covid-19, these kits provide interim relief to the families.

 KFC India has also made the following commitments to support its people and communities during the ongoing pandemic.

Thanking frontline warriors - Healthcare workers: KFC is committed to serving more than 10,000 thank you KFC meals to healthcare workers at hospitals across Delhi, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Kolkata.

Employee well-being : Yum! Brands Foundation has set up the Global Employee Medical Relief Fund, to provide financial support for KFC team members at company and franchise-owned restaurants all across the world, who may be diagnosed with or who are caring for someone diagnosed with COVID-19.

Continuing to serve consumers through Safe & Contactless Delivery: Consumers can avail the Contactless Delivery option on prepaid orders, thereby ensuring no up-close contact with our delivery riders at the time of receiving the food, including exchange of cash. Tamper-evident seals used on the food delivery bags reassure that the food has been untouched by anyone once packed and until delivered to the customer. KFC continues to implement stringent measures as regular temperature checks, intensified sanitization of surfaces at the restaurants, social distancing, even in the kitchens, etc. across all restaurants.