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with the government’s vocal for local initiatives that
recognize sporting talent from rural, tribal, and lower-
middle-class families as an integral part of the country’s
sports ecosystem and therefore I am particularly
delighted that Dr Satyapal who has done such inspiring
and incredible work in coaching athletes is our Guest of
Honour today.

The Indian contingency record-breaking performance
at the Asian Games with a haul of 111 medals, the highest
ever is another cause for celebration. This achievement
underscores the country’s growing prowess in
Parasports and the positive impact of initiatives like the
Khelo India Para Games. India’s successful organization
of the Para Shooting World Cup in New Delhi recently
has earned the country appreciation from the world
shooting Parasports. This event further solidifies India’s
position as a hub for Inclusive sports showcasing India’s As India continues to invest in the sports infrastructure
ability to host a world-class competition that celebrates and nurture the talent of athletes from all backgrounds
the achievement of athletes with diverse abilities. I the country is poised to become a global centre for an
was truly inspired by India’s ability to host world class inclusive sports ecosystem. Through initiatives like
championship that celebrates the achievements of Khelo India para games India is not only empowering
athletes with diverse abilities. I was truly inspired by the its athletes but also inspiring the world with the
presentation by Principal Dr Datta, which demonstrated triumph of the human spirit. As we look to the future,
Modern School’s and its administration’s great India is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible
commitment to opening up infrastructural facilities to sports ecosystem for athletes with diverse abilities. In
students with diverse abilities. I want to commend Ms the coming years, we will witness the development of
Ambika Pant and Dr Vijay Datta, the Principal for their world-class facilities, training centers, and coaching,
commitment to taking this forward. resources, dedicated to para-athletes and sports people
with diverse abilities.

But we already have a lot of infrastructure that is utilized
for 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours and can be utilized
by students with diverse abilities for remaining hours
and that is why Modern School’s initiative to open up its
facilities is truly noteworthy. Therefore, my view is that
Modern School will not only empower athletes but also
inspire the entire schooling community of Delhi and the
whole of India to open up their facilities. Sports belong
to everyone, and it is our responsibility to ensure that
sports remain a platform for unity, progress, and the
celebration of the human spirit. Through the stories of
trailblazers like Sheetal Devi we are reminded that there
are no limits to what can be achieved when we embrace
diversity and empower all abilities therefore much like
Modern Schools, we should continue to celebrate the
triumph of the human spirit and work towards a future
where every athlete regardless of the abilities can reach
for the stars.

Thank you very much ladies and gentlemen. I wish
Modern School all the very best for the future and I hope
that all the students and coaches utilizing the facilities
at the school will become great champions of India.

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