MP minister plays kabaddi in saree at Mandla event:Sampatiya Uike attempts raids, calls for women’s participation in traditional sports

In Mandla, Madhya Pradesh, Cabinet Minister Sampatiya Uike entered the field during a women’s kabaddi competition on Thursday and joined an exhibition match after inaugurating the event. Minister attempts raid, returns safely Wearing a saffron saree, Uike went for a raid into the opponent’s court, chanting “kabaddi-kabaddi”. She returned to her court without scoring. When a player from the opposing team—comprising women district officials—raided, the minister joined teammates in a defensive chain, but the raider escaped. Uike attempted two raids during the match and also took part in defence. At one point, she avoided being tagged out. See the pictures… Minister calls traditional sports part of culture Addressing participants, the minister said traditional sports are part of cultural identity and help build self-confidence and team spirit. She urged women to participate actively. 8 teams participate Eight women’s teams from different development blocks of the district took part in the competition. The event aimed to promote traditional sports in rural areas and increase women’s participation.