Kapil Dev unveils mascot of INWAS in Bangalore

Bangalore, Feb 27 (ANI): Former Indian cricket skipper Kapil Dev unveiled the mascot of International Wheelchair and Amputee Sports World Games (INWAS) in Bangalore.

A leopard cub standing on its two feet is the mascot for INWAS-2009, which is cheduled to be held in Bangalore from November 24 to December 1.

Chosen as the brand ambassador of INWAS-2009, Kapil Dev said that one should learn lessons from each other, the physically disabled persons in particular.

"Everybody has to learn from each other. But I think from them, we can learn much more than what we can feel and think," he said.

Among others present on the occasion was Minister of State for Defence Production, Rao Inderjit Singh who expressed his gratitude to have Kapil Dev for being associated with the INWAS.

"We are lucky to have Kapil Dev as our brand ambassador," said Rao Indrajeet Singh.olourful cultural dances were presented by young artistes on the occasion.

Another highlight of the event was a fashion show by the physically challenged sportspersons in which Kapil Dev also joined them to a loud and cheering applause from the audience. (ANI)