National Athletics Sport Championship for Blind 2022: Karnataka lifts the trophy

The National Athletics Sport Championship for Blind 2022 held at Thyagraj Stadium successfully concluded on Saturday. Meanwhile, Gursharan Singh, Secretary General was present on the occasion to motivate the young athletes and honor them with awards. It is organized bi-annually by the Indian Blind Sports Association (IBSA). And This is the biggest sporting event for the blind in the country.

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In addition, they organized 59 (31 for men, 28 for women) international and indigenous games at the state and institute level under three categories - T11, T12, and T13. Radhika Bharat Ram, the President of the Indian Blind Sports Association appreciated the enthusiasm and skill of the participants who took part in the outdoor sports and relay race competitions.

Chief Guest Gursharan Singh, Secretary General, Paralympic Committee of India, said, "The efforts by IBSA year after year are commendable and I am truly honored to be a part of this wonderful initiative. Every participant today is a winner, and their undying spirit is inspirational for aspiring athletes across the country. It was humbling to witness the sportsmanship, determination, and commitment in each participant. And I am optimistic that many of these athletes will win laurels for India on the global stage too."

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Speaking on the momentous occasion, Komal Mehra, Head of Sports Initiatives and Associations, Usha International said, "Sports thrill you, even more so when you see such tenacious players on the field playing such spirit and skill. What is more heartening is the increased participation year-on-year. Usha's long-standing association with the National Athletics Championship for Blind and IBSA bears testimony to our commitment of promoting an inclusive and accessible sports ecosystem. And it feels wonderful to be a part of their beautiful journey of active and healthy living."

Moreover, 550 blind athletes along with officials participated in the National Athletics Sport Championship for Blind 2022. Which include Tripura, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, UP, West Bengal, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Rajasthan, Gujarat. Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Andhra Pradesh, and Chandigarh.