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Blind Women's T20 World Cup Champs Hailed as 'Symbol of Empowerment' by MP Governor

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel met and honored three state players from the Indian women's blind cricket team, calling their T20 World Cup victory a symbol of women's empowerment and an inspiration. The team made history in November 2025 by winning the inaugural Blind Women's T20 World Cup in Colombo, defeating Nepal in the final. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav had previously welcomed the players and announced a cash reward of ₹25 lakh for each athlete. The Governor praised the players' courage and stated their achievement brings pride and glory to both Madhya Pradesh and India.

Key Points: MP Governor Lauds Blind Women's T20 WC Team as Empowerment Symbol

  • Historic inaugural title win
  • Players felicitated by Governor & CM
  • Cash rewards of ₹25 lakh each
  • Victory hailed as national inspiration
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Blind Women's T20 WC winning team a 'symbol of empowerment': MP Guv

Madhya Pradesh Governor felicitates state's blind women cricketers after their historic T20 World Cup win, praising their courage and calling them an inspiration.

"Their victory is an excellent example of the courage and inner strength of persons with disabilities. - Governor Mangubhai Patel"

Bhopal, Dec 29

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel on Monday praised the Indian Blind Women's T20 World Cup 2025 winning team, describing it as a "symbol of women's empowerment".

Governor Patel made this remark during an interaction with three players from Madhya Pradesh in the national blind women's T20 team-Sushma Patel, Sunita Sarathe and Durga Yewale at Lok Bhavan, Bhopal.

"Their victory is an excellent example of the courage and inner strength of persons with disabilities. The daughters' achievement is a matter of inspiration and pride for every citizen of the country, and the visually impaired women players have brought glory to Madhya Pradesh and India on the global stage through their outstanding performance," the Governor stated.

He felicitated all three players with shawls and mementoes and encouraged them and their coach, extending congratulations and best wishes for their bright future.

The Indian women's blind cricket team created history on 23 November 2025 by defeating Nepal in the final of the T20 World Cup held in Colombo and winning the inaugural title.

The national side included three talented players from Madhya Pradesh-Sunita Sarathe from Narmadapuram district, Sushma Patel from Damoh district, and Durga Yewale from Betul district.

Two weeks ago, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav had welcomed three players at his residence and had announced a cash reward of Rs 25 lakh to each of the three.

CM Yadav had announced an incentive of Rs 25 lakh for each player, comprising Rs 10 lakh in cash and a fixed deposit of Rs 15 lakh. He also declared a reward of Rs 1 lakh each for coaches Sonu Golkar, Om Prakash Pal and Deepak Pahade in recognition of their dedicated guidance.

The Indian Women's Blind Cricket Team clinched the title in the inaugural Blind Women's T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. In the final held in Colombo, India defeated Nepal by seven wickets after overcoming Australia in the semi-finals.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Hearty congratulations to the entire team! The cash reward from the CM is well-deserved, but I hope there's also a sustained effort to support blind sports at the grassroots level. We need more infrastructure and awareness.
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Arjun K
Jai Hind! What a fantastic achievement. This is real women's empowerment - not just talk, but action and immense capability on the field. Their story needs to be in school textbooks.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows cricket closely, this is monumental. Winning an inaugural World Cup is huge! The mental strength required is immense. Hats off to the players and the coaching staff.
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Nikhil C
While the felicitation is good, I respectfully feel the media coverage for such achievements is still minimal compared to mainstream cricket. These athletes deserve prime-time interviews and major brand endorsements too.
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Sunita J
Bahut khoob! From small districts in MP to world champions. This proves talent is everywhere in India. We must support our para-athletes with the same fervor as other sportspersons. Their journey is a lesson in determination.

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