Mumbai, (Maharashtra) [India], December 19 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met and felicitated the Indian Blind Women's Cricket Team, who recently won the inaugural T20 Blind Cricket World Cup at his office, congratulating the players for their historic achievement and outstanding performances on the world stage, according to a release.
The Chief Minister lauded the team's resilience, determination and commitment, describing their success as a moment of immense pride for the nation.
The Chief Minister promised all possible support to the Cricket Association for the Blind in India and the Samarthanam Trust, in appreciation of their efforts to improve Blind Cricket in the country.
He also secured a government job for Ganga Kadam, who is from Maharashtra and was the team's Vice-Captain. The Chief Minister also presented iPhones to the players and assured them that the state will continue to support all visually impaired cricketers wherever possible.
During the interaction, the Chief Minister personally congratulated each player and acknowledged the hard work, discipline and courage that went into winning the World Cup.
He expressed his admiration for the team's journey and encouraged the players to continue their hard work and bring more laurels to the country.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. G.K Mahantesh, Chairman of the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) said, "This felicitation by the Hon'ble Chief Minister is not just an honour for our players, but a powerful message of recognition and inclusion. His words of encouragement will motivate our cricketers to dream bigger and continue inspiring countless young girls with visual impairments across the country." The Blind Women's Cricket Team thanked the Chief Minister for his warm reception and support, calling the meeting a memorable moment in their journey and a strong boost for the future of blind cricket in India.
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