27/02/2024 TO 29/02/2024: DISTRICT LEVEL SPE. KHEL MAHAKUMBH
The
District Level Special Khel Mahakumbh was a grand event held over three days at
the Krishna Sports Ground in Madhapar, with the valuable support of the
District Sports Office of Kachchh and the Divyang Sports and Cricket Academy
Madhapar. The event saw an impressive turnout of over 600 intellectually challenged
and locomotor disabled athletes who showcased their skills and determination in
various competitions.
Athletes
participated in a wide range of events including sprint races like the 100m,
200m, 400m, and 800m runs, as well as the 25m and 50m walks. They also competed
in activities like softball throw, volleyball, Bocce, and team games such as
badminton. The Orthopedic Games athletes displayed their prowess in events like
Shotput, Discus Throw, Javelin Throw, tricycle races, Wheelchair Hurdle Race,
and Volleyball.
The
inauguration ceremony was graced by esteemed representatives including Mrs.
Jyotiben Thakur from the Sports Department, Mr. Rathwa Sahib from Social
Welfare, Mr. Nareshbhai Chauhan from Social Defense, Mr. Gadhavi Saheb - Police
Inspector, Former President of Jilla
Panchayat Mrs. Parulben Kara, Former Sarpanch of Navavas Mr. Arjanbhai Bhudia,
Sarpanch of Junavas Gram Panchayat Mrs. Gangaben Maheshwari, General Secretary
of our organization Mr. Laljibhai Prajapati, Secretary Mr. Himanshubhai Sompura,
Treasurer Mr. Zinabhai Dabasiya, Trustee Mr. Harjibhai Lachhani, Chief
Coordinator Mr Dipakprasad. The lighting of the lamp marked the
beginning of the games, symbolizing unity and positivity.
