SUKKUR:Preparations for the Sindh Special Games Sukkur 2026 were reviewed and finalized at an important meeting held on Saturday at the office of the Regional Director, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPD), Sukkur Region.
The meeting was chaired by Regional Director DEPD Sukkur, Abdul Qudoos Memon, attended by Raees Hyder Shah, Focal Person for Sports, DEPD, Akhlaque Ahmed, District Sports Officer Sukkur, heads and representatives of DEPD centres from Sukkur and Larkana Regions, and representatives of Deaf Reach.
Addressing the meeting, Abdul Qudoos Memon said the Sindh Special Games play a vital role in promoting inclusion, confidence and active participation among persons with disabilities. He stressed the need to provide equal opportunities for persons with disabilities to showcase their abilities through healthy sporting activities.
After detailed deliberations, it was decided that the Sindh Special Games 2026 will be held from November 4 to 6, 2026, at the Sukkur Sports Club, Sukkur. The opening ceremony will be held on November 4 at 4: 00 PM at the same venue.
The meeting finalized the list of sporting events, participating institutions and number of players. Sports kits for players and officials were also distributed by the District Sports Office, Sukkur.
It was decided that all DEPD centres of Sukkur and Larkana Regions will ensure participation of their students and staff in the opening and closing ceremonies. The dress code for the participants was also finalized.
It was further decided that selected NGOs and other organizations from Sukkur Region will set up stalls on the opening day, November 4. Each stall measuring 12×12 feet will be provided by the Sports Department, Sukkur, while the organizations will arrange their own banners measuring 3×10 feet.
The chair directed all heads of institutions and concerned officials to complete preparations in time and maintain close coordination for the smooth and successful conduct of the Games.
The meeting concluded with participants reaffirming their full cooperation for the successful organization of the event, which is expected to provide an important platform to highlight the talent of persons with disabilities and promote inclusion and equal opportunities in society.