Jaipur: In a significant step towards promoting inclusive sports and empowering para athletes, the Pushpa Jaipuria Foundation inaugurated a sports ground for para athletes and disabled cricket players on April 26. This is the first ground in India available to disabled athletes.
Facilities and Features
The facility is equipped with a modern Strength and Rehabilitation Centre, aimed at supporting training, recovery, and overall athletic development for specially-abled sportspersons.
Inauguration Ceremony
The ground was formally inaugurated by Limba Ram, Chhetri Prabhari of Rajasthan, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Following the inauguration, the ground was officially handed over to the Rajasthan Differently-Abled Cricket Association (RDCA) and the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) to facilitate structured training and sporting activities.
The event was graced by key dignitaries including Mahendra Surana, DN Jain, Gaurav Jhalani, and Manish Tiwari.
Commitment to Inclusive Development
Speaking on the occasion, representatives highlighted the Foundation's commitment to inclusive development through sports, emphasizing that the initiative will provide a much-needed platform for para athletes to train, compete, and excel at national and international levels. This initiative marks a milestone in strengthening infrastructure for disabled sports in India.
