Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav today inaugurated the “National Divyangjan Cricket Sports Festival-2026” in Bhopal. Based on the theme “Not Out @ 100,” this event is the first of its kind in the world, where 350 Divyang players from 25 states will play cricket continuously for 100 hours, creating a new record. The Chief Minister himself stepped onto the pitch to bat and flagged off the first match of the tournament between the Ortho teams of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Dr. Yadav said Madhya Pradesh is emerging as a global hub for Divyang sports.
Referring to the term “Divyang” given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said it signifies indomitable willpower and inner strength. The festival is dedicated to the birth centenary of the late social reformer Kushabhau Thakre and will continue day and night till February 26.
