Nethra Vidyalaya
Educational Institute of Visually Challenge
Educational Institute of Visually Challenge
The “Beyond Sight” Women’s Cricket Tournament for the Blind concluded successfully at the Waltair Railway Cricket Grounds, Visakhapatnam. The tournament was inaugurated on May 2 by H.H. Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji, who gave mangalasasanams to both the Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu teams and encouraged the players to pursue sports with dedication and confidence.
The tournament was organized by Nethra Vidyalaya , Varija, Visakhapatnam, in association with the Cricket Association for the Blind Andhra Pradesh and the Differently Abled Cricket Council of Andhra Pradesh, with support from the Waltair Railway Division (East Coast Zone).
In the three-match T20 series, the Andhra Pradesh women’s team delivered an outstanding performance and secured a 3-0 series victory against Tamil Nadu to lift the championship trophy.
The prize distribution ceremony was attended by distinguished guests including:
ADRM (OP)
Assistant Director, Differently Abled & Senior Citizen Department
Assistant Sports Officer
Correspondent, Nethra Vidyalaya
Arjuna Awardee
Vice President, Cricket Association for the Blind AP
EC Member
The winning Andhra Pradesh team was awarded a cash prize of ₹25,000 along with the championship trophy, while the runner-up Tamil Nadu team received ₹15,000 and a trophy.
Outstanding performers of the tournament were recognized as Players of the Series in their respective categories:
P. Karuna Kumari (Andhra Pradesh)
S. Mikka (Andhra Pradesh)
M. Sindhu (Tamil Nadu)
Speaking on the occasion, Arjuna Awardee Sri Ajay Kumar Reddy garu said that it was only through the guidance and encouragement of H.H. Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji that so many volunteers from different parts of the state came together to support this sporting event for visually challenged students. He emphasized the important role Swamiji plays in providing the best facilities, opportunities, and continuous encouragement to visually challenged students, enabling them to excel in sports and other fields with confidence and dignity.
Smt. Shirisha garu, recalling the vision of H.H. Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji, said that Swamiji has always encouraged students to excel in every field, including sports, with confidence, discipline, and determination. She reaffirmed Nethra Vidyalaya’s commitment to conducting many more such inclusive sporting events in the future and conveyed her gratitude to all supporters, donors, volunteers, and participants.
The tournament stood as a powerful reminder that determination and mental strength are greater than physical limitations. The remarkable performances of the players demonstrated that differently abled athletes can excel and compete on par with anyone when given the right platform and encouragement.
Nethra Vidyalaya, founded by HH Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji, provides free, holistic education to visually impaired children — empowering them to live with dignity and self-reliance. Swamiji’s constant aspiration is to empower every student to become self-reliant and lead a life of dignity, without dependence on others.
Our students write exams on laptops, have marched in NCC Parades before the Governor, and shine in sports, athletics, and cultural events — embodying Swamiji’s vision of true independence.
These achievements reflect the dedication of our students, the guidance of Swamiji, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers.
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