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Success Stories
Success Story of Deepti Maurya
Born with a hearing impairment, Deepti Maurya faced unique challenges growing up. From a young age, she showed a keen interest in sports, particularly cricket. While many girls in her community were encouraged to focus on academics alone, Deepti found her calling on the cricket field.
Her journey took a significant turn when she enrolled at the Integrated Institute for the Disabled, Varanasi an institution dedicated to provide education and skill development for differently-abled students. Here, she not only excelled in academics but also discovered and nurtured her cricketing talent. As Deepti’s skills sharpened, she began to participate in district and state-level deaf cricket tournaments, where her consistent performances caught the attention of selectors. In 2021, she achieved a major milestone when she was selected to play for the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) Women’s Team.
Representing the IDCA Women’s Team was a dream come true for Deepti. It gave her the opportunity to compete against the best hearing-impaired female cricketers in India. Her achievements are a testament to the fact that talent and dedication matter more than societal expectations. By breaking barriers and proving her worth in the IDCA Women’s Team, she has become a role model for other hearing-impaired women who wish to excel in cricket.
Success Story of Deepak Kumar
In the world of sports, some stories stand out not just because of achievements but because of the incredible resilience behind them. One such story is that of Deepak Kumar, a talented all-rounder who has made a name for himself in deaf cricket. A former student of the Integrated Institute for the Disabled, Varanasi, Deepak has been playing for the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) Team since 2017, showcasing his skills at both national and international levels.
His journey has taken him beyond the borders of India, representing the country in two international matches- one in Sri Lanka and the other in Dubai. Through his dedication, talent, and perseverance, Deepak has proved that disability is not a limitation, but a challenge to be overcome. His passion for the game was nurtured when he joined the Integrated Institute for the Disabled, Varanasi, where he received both academic and sports training.
Deepak’s big break came when he was selected to play for the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) Team) in 2017. This marked the beginning of his journey to national and international recognition. Playing for IDCA, Deepak participated in multiple national tournaments, proving himself as a dependable all-rounder. His consistent performances and match-winning contributions led to his selection for the Indian Deaf Cricket Team’s international matches.
