Jitendra Kumar Yadav, a resident of Tinbheria Kala, a small village in Badharia block of Siwan district, has done it on the strength of his hard work, passion and self-confidence, which has become an inspiration for lakhs of youth. Despite being disabled in one leg, Jitendra has been selected in the Indian disabled cricket team. This achievement is a matter of pride not only for his family and village, but also for the entire Siwan district and Bihar.
Jitendra was called to report to the Board of Control for Disabled Cricket in India, Ranchi on 11 December, from where he was included in Team India for the international series against Nepal. The special thing is that in this team only two disabled players have been selected from the entire state of Bihar, which also includes Jitendra Kumar Yadav of Siwan.
Passion for cricket since childhood
Jitendra has had a special love for cricket since childhood. Playing cricket with friends in the fields, barns and empty fields of the village was a part of his daily routine. Due to limited resources, financial constraints and physical disability, he had to face many challenges. The taunts of society and the negative thinking of people tried to break him many times, but Jitendra never gave up. When he got the information that cricket competitions are organized at national and international level for disabled players, he started practicing with full dedication and discipline. The result of his hard work was that he performed brilliantly in state level competitions and attracted the attention of the selectors.
Wave of happiness in village and family
There is an atmosphere of happiness in Tinbheria art village as soon as the news of Jitendra’s selection is received. The family members are emotional. The people of the village are feeling proud. There is a steady stream of people congratulating. Villagers say that Jitendra has proved that lack of resources and physical obstacles cannot stand in front of strong intentions.
Necessary facilities will be provided
Shabnam Parveen, Vice President of District Disabled Cricket Board, expressed happiness over Jitendra’s selection and said that Jitendra’s selection is a matter of pride for the district, the region and the entire Bihar. He has achieved this position with courage and struggle in adverse circumstances. We will discuss with the regional people and try to provide them the necessary facilities and support for sports. We have full confidence that Jitendra will bring glory to the country and the district in future.
My goal is to raise the Indian flag high
Feeling emotional on his achievement, Jitendra Kumar Yadav said that getting selected in Team India was my childhood dream, which has been fulfilled today. Due to my disability, I felt disappointed many times, people used to laugh at me, but I never lost courage. Now my aim is to perform better for the country and raise the tricolor of India high. This success of Jitendra is a strong message for all those youth who want to realize their dreams even in difficult circumstances. His journey proves that if the intentions are strong, no destination is far away.
