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IPL For All: Sign Language Commentary Breaks Corridors For Deaf and Visually Impaired

Breaking new ground, the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has introduced a pioneering feature: sign language interpretation and descriptive commentary tailored for deaf and visually impaired cricket enthusiasts.

The official broadcaster of IPL 2024 – Star Sports, has collaborated with India Signing Hands (ISH) to offer a customized feed aimed at bringing the exhilarating thrills of T20 cricket to this segment of fans. Viewers can now access ball-by-ball updates in sign language, while commentators narrate every moment of the game accompanied by verbal score updates.

In an announcement on its website, ISH expressed its excitement about making the upcoming IPL season accessible to the deaf community, ensuring they can fully immerse themselves in the cricketing action. ISH has reportedly enlisted specialists to ensure the highest quality output for its subscribers. The official release also directs viewers to tune in to Star Sports 3 TV Channel for live coverage and provides additional details in a video format.

Founded on April 24, 2017, by Mr. Alok Kejriwal, India Signing Hands (ISH) aims to address accessibility challenges faced by deaf individuals in India. Through innovative initiatives like the IPL sign language interpretation, ISH is striving to make significant strides in enhancing inclusivity and accessibility for all cricket enthusiasts, regardless of their hearing or visual impairments.

Swastika Sruti

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