ISLAMABAD, FEB 13 /DNA/ – The Directorate General of Special Education (DGSE) organized the final match and closing ceremony of a month long Cricket Coaching Program for hearing impaired girls at the National Special Education Center for Hearing Impaired Children, H-9, Islamabad.

The coaching program, conducted with the support of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), aimed to promote inclusive sports opportunities and empower girls with hearing impairment through structured cricket training. Six teams: Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, White, and Orange participated in the program and competed with great enthusiasm throughout the tournament.

Former cricket legend Majid Khan attended the closing ceremony as the chief guest. Distinguished diplomats, including representatives from the High Commission of Belgium, Gilles and Rayee Jasmine, as well as the General Manager of Serena Hotel, were also present on the occasion.

Addressing the ceremony, Director General Special Education, Captain (R) Asif Iqbal Asif, appreciated the dedication, talent, and sportsmanship demonstrated by the participating girls. He reaffirmed the Directorate’s commitment to promoting inclusive education and extracurricular development for girls with hearing impairment.

Trophies, cups, and medals were distributed among the winning teams.

The event concluded with a renewed commitment to expanding inclusive sports initiatives and fostering confidence, teamwork, and leadership among girls with hearing impairment.