Budgam, Apr 15 (KNS): With an aim to promote inclusivity and support persons with visual challenges, the 53 Rashtriya Rifles of the Indian Army organised a special cricket match for visually challenged players at the Government Higher Secondary School here on Wednesday.
The match was played between Vision Warriors and Zeba Aapa Warriors, featuring players from the Jammu & Kashmir Blind Welfare Trust (JKBWT). After winning the toss, Vision Warriors batted first and set a target of 68 runs. Zaiba Aapa Warriors chased down the target in 6.4 overs to register a convincing win. Adil Ahmad emerged as the star performer, scoring an unbeaten 35 runs.
The event saw enthusiastic participation from school students, staff, and locals. Among those present were Commanding Officer of 53 RR Col Nitin Sharma, Second-in-Command Lt Col Mohsin Kamal, SDM Chadoora Primrose Bashir, Principal Syed Muzaffar Rizvi, social activist Dr Raja Muzaffar Bhat, Dr Rouf Malik (Director, Koshish), and J&K Blind Welfare Trust Chairman Showkat Ahmad Lone.
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Speaking on the occasion, Col Nitin Sharma said the Army will continue to handhold visually challenged youth through skill training and sports activities, with more such events planned in the coming months.
Lt Col Mohsin gave away cash prizes to both teams, while trophies and medals were distributed by the Army officers, the Principal, and Dr Raja Muzaffar Bhat.
Trust Chairman Showkat Ahmad Lone thanked the Army and other stakeholders for organising the event. He also informed that the Deputy Commissioner of Budgam and the Commanding Officer of 53 RR have assured the Trust of setting up a skill training institute for visually challenged youth in Budgam in the near future. (KNS)