ISLAMABAD, Sep 10 (APP):Secretary Inter Provincial Coordination (IPC) Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani on Thursday termed the approval of a Rs5.7 billion sports infrastructure package by the Central Development Working Party (CDWP) a major milestone towards ensuring the successful hosting of the upcoming South Asian Games (SAG) in Pakistan. The package, approved by the CDWP at a meeting chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission and Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special …
Rs 5.7bn sports infrastructure package major milestone for successful SAG: Wani
ISLAMABAD, Sep 10 (APP):Secretary Inter Provincial Coordination (IPC) Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani on Thursday termed the approval of a Rs5.7 billion sports infrastructure package by the Central Development Working Party (CDWP) a major milestone towards ensuring the successful hosting of the upcoming South Asian Games (SAG) in Pakistan.
The package, approved by the CDWP at a meeting chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission and Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal, envisages comprehensive upgradation and development of sports facilities required for the regional multi-sport event.
Mohyuddin Wani expressed appreciation for the leadership and support extended by the Prime Minister and the Planning Commission for strengthening Pakistan’s sports infrastructure and said the substantial investment would help ensure that the country was fully prepared to host the South Games.
“The approval of the Rs5.7 billion infrastructure package is a major step forward for the successful hosting of the South Asian Games,” the Secretary IPC said.
He said the comprehensive upgradation of the Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad, along with sports facilities in other cities, would significantly enhance the quality, functionality and readiness of venues for the Games.
“The comprehensive upgradation of the Pakistan Sports Complex and other sports facilities across the country will ensure that our athletes and visiting teams are provided with quality facilities,” he said.
The Secretary IPC emphasized that the investment in sports infrastructure would not be limited to the requirements of the Games, but would create a lasting legacy for Pakistan’s sporting community.
“These upgraded venues will also continue to benefit Pakistani sport long after the Games,” he added.
He said the Ministry of Inter Provincial Coordination would work closely with the Planning Commission and all relevant stakeholders to ensure timely implementation and completion of the approved development projects.
Wani said the Ministry would maintain close coordination with the concerned departments to ensure that the upgraded facilities met the requirements of the SAG and were completed within the stipulated timelines.
The CDWP approval includes major development and upgradation works at the Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad, as well as sports facilities in other cities, aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s capacity to host the regional sporting event.
The approval of the package represents a major investment in Pakistan’s sports infrastructure and is expected to provide improved facilities not only for the South Asian Games but also for national and international sporting activities in the years ahead.
