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JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir Divyang team emerged winners of the North Zone Divyang Cricket Tournament organized by the University of Jammu on March 11 and 12, 2023.
Three cricket teams representing the states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir participated in the triangular series.
The tournament was organized by the Disability Initiatives Unit of the University, Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan-Jammu University chapter, and the Directorate of Sports and Physical education in collaboration with Divyang Cricket Team Jammu and Kashmir.
Three league matches were played between Jammu and Kashmir and Uttar Pradesh, where J&K was the winner; the second match was played between Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, where UP was the winner; and the third match was between J&K and Himachal Pradesh, where the winner was J&K. The final match was played between Jammu and Kashmir and Uttar Pradesh. The man of the match award was won by Ishtiaq, Vijay Kumar, Shahid Iqbal Awan and Yassir. While Shahid Iqbal Awan, Captain of J&K was declared the Man of the Tournament.
Dr. Saleem ur Rehman, Director General Family Welfare, MCH & Immunization, J&K, & Director Health Services Jammu graced the closing ceremony as Chief Guest. He complimented the University of Jammu for organizing a cricket series for the divyang players and noted that the University has best sports facilities which should be used for nurturing sports talent of the entire region.
He congratulated the players for their splendid performance and also motivated them to lead a productive life.
Prof. Sarika Manhas, Coordinator Disability Initiatives, JU and organizer of the tournament lauded the vision of Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu Prof. Umesh Rai for supporting the cause of the differently abled community.
She expressed that the University is committed to provide equal opportunities to all its students and stakeholders, and that more sports and cultural events for the differently abled are in offering.
Prof. Jasbir Singh, Convener UBA-JU chapter praised the divyang players for their talent and untiring spirit. He hoped that these players will continue to bring laurels to their respective states and India as a whole.
Sunita Kashyap, Chairman Divyang Cricket team Jammu and Kashmir presented the formal vote of thanks.
She expressed gratitude to the University of Jammu for hosting the cricket tournament and providing all logistic and technical support.
A group of student volunteers led by Bharti and Taniya from Blind school Roopnagar and JIGER, Jammu presented a mesmerising welcome song.
