Rose Merc Limited and the Navi Mumbai Premier League (NMPL) received prestigious awards at the Global Brand and Leadership Conclave 2026 held at the House of Lords, British Parliament, London. According to reports from The Brand Story, Rose Merc Limited was honoured with the Global Rising Star (Jury Selection) Award, while the Navi Mumbai Premier League received the Global Rising Star Award. The prestigious gathering brought together world-renowned organisations, industry pioneers, policymakers, and visionary leaders to recognise outstanding achievements in innovation, leadership, and business development. These recognitions celebrate organisations that are driving meaningful growth and shaping the future of their industries.
Founded in 1985 and listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange, Rose Merc Limited has evolved into a diversified enterprise spanning financial consulting, sports management, events, spiritual media, lifestyle ventures, consumer products, and strategic investments. As reported by The Brand Story, the company has expanded into high-growth sectors including sports, fashion, spiritual tourism, and ESG, while supporting emerging businesses through capital, market access, and strategic guidance. The organisation has established itself as a strong contributor to sports and cultural development through initiatives including the Navi Mumbai Premier League, Shivaji Park Gymkhana Rose Merc Cricket Academy, the Maharashtra Tennis Cricket Champions League, and international collaborations.
The Navi Mumbai Premier League, founded by Rose Merc Limited, has become one of India's leading regional platforms for cricket development. According to The Brand Story, across four successful seasons, NMPL has showcased over 800 players, with many progressing to the IPL, Mumbai T20, Ranji Trophy, and national teams. The platform's audience reach grew significantly from 8.59 million in Season 3 to approximately 23.2 million in Season 4, backed by eight franchises and the Mumbai Cricket Association. The participation of eight India U-19 players during Season 4 further reinforces the brand's reputation as a launchpad for future stars. The rise of Ayush Mhatre from an NMPL participant to an IPL player and India U-19 captain reflects its success in talent development.
Behind NMPL's success is a dedicated leadership team including Mr. Shah Alam, Ms. Neelam Soni, Ms. Aashi Shaikh, Mr. Yusuf Javed, and Mr. Bhupendra Sinha, who have overseen critical functions such as regulatory approvals, player auctions, and ground management. As reported by The Brand Story, strategic direction and financial planning have been led by Mr. Purvesh Shelatkar, Mr. Uday Tardalkar, and Ms. Vaishali Parkar Kumar, while Ms. Eshwari Shelatkar and Ms. Harshee Haria have played a vital role in enhancing digital engagement and audience reach. The Global Rising Star Award recognises NMPL's grassroots-first philosophy, its extraordinary contribution to Indian cricket, rapid growth trajectory, and unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of sporting talent.
