{"id":7551,"date":"2026-10-29T07:58:12","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T02:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesasian.com\/?p=7551"},"modified":"2026-10-31T18:01:25","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T12:16:25","slug":"differently-abled-cricket-reaching-new-heights-under-ravi-chauhans-leadership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesasian.com\/?p=7551","title":{"rendered":"Differently-Abled Cricket Reaching New Heights Under Ravi Chauhan\u2019s Leadership"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">New Delhi: Differently-abled cricket in India is gaining momentum, with renewed efforts to provide players with better opportunities, improved facilities, and greater recognition at the national and international levels. The support of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) could play an important role in strengthening the development of the sport and making cricket more inclusive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Under the leadership of Ravi Chauhan, General Secretary of the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), continuous efforts are being made to strengthen differently-abled cricket, encourage talented players, and expand the reach of the sport across the country. The objective is to provide differently-abled cricketers with better training, competitive opportunities, and a platform to showcase their talent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">The proposed special support from the BCCI could give a significant boost to these initiatives. Better sporting infrastructure, access to training facilities, expansion of tournaments, and greater opportunities for talented players are among the key areas that can contribute to the long-term growth of differently-abled cricket in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">In Bihar, Rakesh Kumar Gupta, President of the Differently Abled Cricket Association of Bihar, and Ranjit Kumar Sharma, Secretary, are also actively working to promote the sport, encourage players, and create better opportunities for differently-abled cricketers at the state level.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Speaking about these developments, Rakesh Kumar Gupta, Media In-charge of the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), said that providing differently-abled players with proper training, recognition, and opportunities to compete at higher levels is essential for the growth of the sport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">He emphasized that differently-abled cricketers possess talent, determination, and the potential to bring pride to the nation. With institutional support and greater opportunities, these players can demonstrate their abilities and represent India on prestigious platforms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Ravi Chauhan\u2019s leadership and the continued efforts of DCCI, along with initiatives by state associations, are aimed at bringing differently-abled cricket into the mainstream of Indian sports. Greater cooperation from the BCCI could further strengthen these efforts and open new avenues for the development of players across the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">The larger vision is to build a stronger, more inclusive cricket ecosystem in India\u2014one in which differently-abled players receive the recognition, respect, and opportunities they deserve.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">\u2014 Information provided by Rakesh Kumar Gupta, Media In-charge, Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI).<\/span><br \/>\n<!--\/data\/user\/0\/com.samsung.android.app.notes\/files\/clipdata\/clipdata_bodytext_261029_075542_799.sdocx--><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New Delhi: Differently-abled cricket in India is gaining momentum, with renewed efforts to provide players with better opportunities, improved facilities, and greater recognition at the national and international levels. 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