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Efforts to promote sports lauded

By Our Correspondent
February 16, 2019

HANGU: The officials and elders on Friday lauded MOL Pakistan Oil and Gas Company for the promotion of sports in the region.

They were speaking at a ceremony at the end of the cricket tournament. The MOL Pakistan sponsored the cricket tournament for the local communities on the demand of the local elders. Despite the forecast of rain, the tournament witnessed a large number of spectators belonging to surrounding villages of Mardankhel-1 and Mardankhel-3. Hangu Additional Deputy Commissioner Abdul Hadi was the chief guest at the prize distribution ceremony of the tournament. In his speech, the chief guest lauded MOL Pakistan for its efforts to hold an event, which was full of fun and healthy activities for the local communities.

“I am glad that MOL Pakistan has conducted healthy activities for the youth of this area. Such activities not only provide a platform for building excellence but also help to develop healthy skills in the youth,” he said.

In his message, Ali Murtaza Abbas, MOL Group Regional Vice-President for the Middle East, Africa & -Pakistan said, “We are a responsible corporate entity working in Pakistan, determined to support activities that promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Engaging the youth in constructive ventures would showcase their hidden talents and capabilities.”