SRINAGAR, FEB 07: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday met cricketers Umar Ashraf and Suhail Ahmad, who recently represented India in the Deaf Cricket Team. The two players from J&K were part of the squad that secured victory in Sri Lanka, marking a significant achievement for the region’s specially-abled athletes.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Abdullah praised the players for their dedication and resilience. “This morning, I met Mr. Umar Ashraf and Mr. Suhail Ahmad, proud sportspersons from J&K. Their dedication, resilience, and recent victory in Sri Lanka as part of the India Deaf Cricket Team are truly commendable. Celebrating their success, which serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes across J&K. Wishing them continued achievements and greater milestones ahead,” he posted.
The meeting highlights the growing recognition of differently-abled athletes in J&K and their contribution to sports. Both cricketers expressed gratitude for the acknowledgment and emphasized the need for greater support and facilities for deaf sports in the region.
