The Pakistan physically-handicapped cricket team left on Wednesday for an international competition in Faridabad, India. The 28 member team, organized by the Pakistan Cricket Association for Physically Handicapped (PCAPH) will compete against their Indian counterparts in an international competition on October 11-16. The US government provided funds for the team’s travel, equipment, and uniforms.
“We are very thankful to the US Embassy for providing support for the team,” said Abass Hashmi, Chairman of PCAPH. Peter Brennan, Minister Counselor for Public Affairs at the US Embassy, attended a send-off ceremony for the team in Islamabad.
“We are honored to stand with the volunteers in PCAPH and support this team. Like Pakistan, the U.S values volunteerism and recognizes the important role that people with disabilities play in our society,” remarked Mr. Brennan. “I congratulate you on your outstanding accomplishments and wish you the very best of success in India. Jeetay ga bahi, jeetay ga Pakistanjeetay ga!”