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Classplus turns Sourav Ganguly into the brand ambassador for all Educators and Content Creators

Ganguly took to social media to announce this initiative upon completing 30 years in Indian cricket.

Former Indian cricket team Captain and BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has joined hands with Classplus, India’s leading edtech startup, to promote thousands of educators and content creators by turning into a brand ambassador for them. Ganguly took to social media to announce this initiative upon completing 30 years in Indian cricket.

Classplus helps educators and content creators launch and scale their online coaching business and has partnered with Ganguly to launch this first of its kind initiative for edupreneurs where a prominent celebrity is seen endorsing their local brand.

Classplus turns Sourav Ganguly into the brand ambassador for all Educators and Content Creators

The video clip he released on his social media features some of the many educators and content creators associated with Classplus. The clip uses advanced AI powered technology to recreate Ganguly's presence to promote these edupreneurs. In the 30 second clip, Ganguly is heard saying “The first step towards achieving your dreams is having the right coach.” He then urges the viewers to download the educators’ branded apps powered by Classplus to make their dreams come true.

Since being shared online, the video has gone viral and has garnered millions of views.

“Through this campaign we want to send across this message that we truly think of the thousands of educators and content creators associated with us, as our partners. That’s why Sourav Dada isn’t just our brand ambassador but theirs too. With Dada himself by their side, we hope to help these edupreneurs further grow their reach and take their business to newer heights”, said Mukul Rustagi, CEO and Co-Founder, Classplus, in a statement.

Classplus, the category leader in the segment, has already digitized over 1 lakh educators and content creators, and assists them in building their online presence and selling their online courses. This ensures they are able to monetise their content effortlessly and grow their online brand. The startup recently bagged $70 million

(We got this information in a press release).

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