Mumbai, 20^th December 2022: Ms.Urvashi Thacker & Mr. Jairaj Thacker of the Narsee Monjee Educational Trust hosted the 19^th Sports Meet for Differently Abled Children at the Jamnabai Narsee Campus.

Visually Impaired Students Performing Mallakhamb at the Jamnabai Narsee Campus For The Differently Abled Children’s Sports Day

Distinguished actor, Mr. Ajay Devgn attended the event amidst a supportive audience of parents, teachers, and students from over  54 schools across Mumbai to witness and applaud over 1,000 differently-abled students celebrating the spirit of sportsmanship.

Sujay Jairaj, Ajay Devgn, Urvashi & Jairaj Thacker at the Jamnabai Narsee Campus For The Differently Abled Children’s Sports Day

Founded by Ms.Urvashi Thacker, this sports meet aims to create ‘special opportunities for the special’. The maiden venture began in the year 2002. “I am delighted that my dream of providing a platform for the differently abled children from special institutions to celebrate the joys of sport becomes a reality year after year. There are many lessons here and their joie de vivre is truly admirable,” says Ms. Urvashi Thacker.

Students March Past at the Jamnabai Narsee Campus For The Differently Abled Children’s Sports Day

Chief Guest Mr.Ajay Devgn, on interacting with the kids says, “It is truly insightful to be a part of this special day and witness the spirit, hard work & love for the sport by these wonderful children.”

Chief Guest Ajay Devgnat the Jamnabai Narsee Campus For The Differently Abled Children’s Sports Day

Managing Trustee Mr.Jairaj Thacker mentions, “We consider ourselves fortunate to be able to play a part in adding happiness to the lives of differently-abled students. This annual sports day has become a meaningful one for us all and every year we go back with new deeper insights into requirements and how we can up the day for these children .”

Ajay Devgn With Students From Victoria Memorial School for the blind at the Jamnabai Narsee Campus For The Differently Abled Children’s Sports Day

The event began with a harmonized March Past of contingents from all participating schools followed by one of the highlights i.e., the ‘Mallakhambh’ performance by the students of the Victoria Memorial School for the Blind. The Athletes’ Oath was taken by the winners of the previous year’s sports event. The Torch Run was followed by varied athletic as well as festive races, depending on the capabilities of the students.

Ajay Devgn Declaring The Meet Open at the Jamnabai Narsee Campus For The Differently Abled Children’s Sports Day

All the students that participated in the Special Sports Meet were differently challenged – the visually impaired, the hearing impaired, the physically challenged and the intellectually challenged. They were assisted in their sports activities on this day by Jamnabai Narsee students who volunteered wholeheartedly and made this event enjoyable for them.

Ajay Devgn & Urvashi Thacker at the Jamnabai Narsee Campus For The Differently Abled Children’s Sports Day

This benchmark event is a success each year attributed to the untiring support of dedicated teachers who accompany their students to enable them to participate in the Sports Meet. Their passionate service makes them true angels in disguise. Their patient encouragement and nurturing nature is the guiding force that helps the participants conquer life’s challenges and celebrate life every day.

Ajay Devgn & Sujay Jairaj at the Jamnabai Narsee Campus For The Differently Abled Children’s Sports Day

Every student was presented a gift and a certificate for participation to commemorate their sporting spirit. Winners were awarded medals and certificates. The winners were presented with trophies by the chief guests.