Guwahati: A mechanical dog walked onto the field at ACA Stadium on Sunday, August 2. It carried a sign that read, "Assam Needs You." The stunt happened before the Guwahati Royals faced the Jorhat Stallions in the Assam Premier League. Fans in the stands watched the machine pace the pitch and designated zones. The goal was simple. It turned a sports broadcast into a desperate plea for victims of the state’s recent flood disaster.
Floodwaters might be dropping, but thousands of families are still scraping by while trying to rebuild their homes. Organizers want citizens and institutions to send aid to help with ongoing recovery and rehabilitation. The Guwahati Royals and league management joined forces to push this campaign to a national television audience.
The machine served as a high-tech reminder during the heat of the tournament. The organizers intended for the display to act as a call for solidarity. They stressed that "Assam Needs You" was intended as an appeal to citizens, institutions and organisations across the country to extend solidarity and contribute towards ongoing relief, recovery and rehabilitation efforts. The event proved that cricket crowds can serve a higher purpose than just watching the game.
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