Mumbai, September 18, 2010
On the occasion of the Joy of Giving Week, eBay India today announced a special charity auction where one can bid for a private gym training session with Bollywood actor Salman Khan . The charity auction will start on Sunday, September 19, 2010 and end on Sunday, September 26, 2010 with all the proceeds benefiting The Research Society which aims to provide Care, Counseling, Education, Training and Rehabilitation to special children. Bidding on the auction starts at Rs. 1,001 . Salman fans all over the world can log onto www.ebay.in/jgw to bid and win this unique opportunity to meet and train with Salman Khan.
As part of the gym session, Salman Khan will work out with the highest bidder and provide valuable inputs on fitness which need to be followed to achieve a chiseled physique.
Speaking about the initiative Salman Khan said, “I will spend quality time with the person that bids generously. All the money is going to a good cause, and I will reciprocate by offering some valuable fitness techniques to the participant. I feel honored to be supporting such a noble cause with all proceeds going to The Research Society”.
Mrs. Tehmi Shroff, (Hon) Administrative Director, The Research Society says, “Salman is an iconic figure today with one of the best physiques in the industry. This is truly a unique 'do good, feel good opportunity' - While you spend quality time with Salman Khan where he shares with you his special techniques and secrets to a great body, you also help children with mental retardation live a better quality of life."
"Salman is a popular Bollywood actor and we are confident that this auction will garner a lot of interest from his fans. We are excited to partner with Salman and The Research Society in their efforts towards uplifting the lives of special children. We encourage all Salman fans to bid on the auction on eBay India and support this noble cause" said Deepa Thomas, Senior Manager -Pop Culture, eBay India.
Look out for more such exciting auctions on eBay India during the Joy of Giving Week.
About The Research Society
The Research Society for the Care, Treatment and Training of Children In Need of Special care, which is a charitable organization and works with children and individuals with a mental handicap and associated disabilities for the last 67 years.
About the Joy of Giving Week
The Joy of Giving Week is a "festival of giving" that aims to bring together Indians all across the country and abroad through different acts of giving- money, time, skills or resources. The goal is to convert it into a fully publicly owned festival, just like Diwali, Holi or Thanksgiving, none of which are owned by anyone. The Week was launched in 2009 and will be held every year starting on a Sunday and ending on a Saturday, containing October 2 within.
About eBay India's Charity Fundraising programme
eBay India Charity Fundraising programme is a special section dedicated to NGOs & Socially Responsible Corporates and enables recognized charities to create awareness, raise funds and also list products and merchandise for sale to millions of global and Indian users. Log on to www.ebay.in/charity to know more. 
