Sports Festival begins in Bajaur

KHAR: The Pakistan Sports Festival-2024 got underway at the Bajaur Sports Complex on Monday.Jointly organized by the District Sports Department, district administration and the Frontier Corps (North), the festival is showcasing various games, including cricket, football, volleyball, basketball and others.

Athletes, officials of district administration and security forces and a large number of locals and guests from various walks of life attended the festival.On the opening day, players of participating teams held march past while schoolchildren from various schools presented national songs and tableaus.

The participating athletes exhibited enthusiasm at the opening ceremony. A gymnastic and smart contingent of karate display enthralled the spectators with their performance and skills.The complex was also decorated well with different banners inscribed with slogans.

Local singers performed, who received thunderous applause from the spectators. The spectators thanked the organisers for holding such a healthy festival. Traditional cuisines and cultural shows are also part of the event to be concluded on May 21.