Mysuru: Keeping in view the forthcoming “International Day of persons with Disabilities” on December 3, a sports meet for special children was organised at Chamundi Vihar Stadium in city on November 29.
The meet was inaugurated by Mayor B L Bhyrappa by releasing colourful balloons in the air.
Speaking on the occasion he said it gave him immense happiness to be a part of this meet organised by the district administration in association with child welfare department.
He lauded the efforts of the special educators who took care of the children with special needs when the modern day parents were facing difficulties in upbringing even normal children.
Special educators deserve respect and gratitude for their miraculous efforts, mayor said.
March past by special children before the programme drew tremendous applause from the gathering. Running and Musical Chair events were held on the occasion. Around 40 teams participated in the sports meet with children from Karuna, Niriksha and Sahana special schools taking active part.