Inclusive Sports Fest, Aagaz 2024, to take place on December 22
Hindustan TimesUmoya Sports announced the second edition of its flagship event, Aagaz – The Inclusive Sports Fest, taking place on December 22, 2024, at Modern School, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi. File photo Aagaz 2024 will bring together close to 450 young athletes with disabilities from across 12 partner schools and academic institutions of Umoya Sports, showcasing their talents in more than 25 adapted field and track events. Aagaz 2024 will welcome Praveen Kumar, Arjuna Awardee and Gold Medalist at the Paris Paralympics 2024, as the Chief Guest. Aagaz 2024 will also host industry leaders, policymakers, and sports professionals, such as Amit Malik, Trustee, IPLA, David Absolam, Hony Gen Secretary, Indian Blind Sports Association, Manish Rana, Indian Paralympic Committee providing an opportunity to amplify the voices of these young athletes and spark conversations on inclusion in sports Spirit of Fair Play and Diversity - Aagaz 2024 emphasizes and celebrates the values of Paralympics of courage, determination, inspiration, and equality, with a focus on experiential learning and inclusive participation.