Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, the Sports Minister, honoured the Indian women's blind cricket team for their victory in the Blind Twenty20 World Cup. This celebration took place at his residence in New Delhi. The
team recently defeated Nepal by seven wickets in the final match held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and maintained an unbeaten record throughout the tournament.
The competition saw participation from six countries, including India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Australia, and the USA. Dr Mandaviya praised the team's achievement, noting their success is a source of inspiration for both specially-abled athletes and others aspiring for national pride. He stated, "The Indian women's blind cricket team has done the nation proud.
Their victory is a huge inspiration for both specially-abled sportspersons and anyone who aims to bring glory to the country. With their will power and resilience, they achieved the unthinkable. I wish all the members the very best for their future endeavours. I urge each of you to put in your best in future tournaments, the entire nation and the government is with you. "
Victory on the World Stage
The blind cricket team's triumph followed closely after the Indian women's team's maiden ICC Cricket World Cup win on home turf. This consecutive success highlights the growing strength and determination of Indian women in cricket. Their performance has set a remarkable precedent for future competitions.
Deepika TC, the captain of the Indian team, expressed her gratitude for the recognition. She remarked, "I feel extremely happy and honoured for the fact that our Hon'ble Sports Minister invited us at his residence for felicitating us. It was lovely interacting with him. His words will encourage not only us but more women from the blind community to take up sports as a career and make the country proud with their hard work and determination. "
The recognition from the Sports Minister is expected to motivate more women from the blind community to engage in sports. Their hard work and dedication are paving the way for more success in future events. The Indian women's blind cricket team stands as a beacon of hope and courage, inspiring many to pursue their dreams despite challenges.
