ISLAMABAD: The first-ever ‘National Sports Revival Conference’ will be organized next month with the aim of regaining the lost glory in the sports sector.
On the directives of Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination Ahsan Iqbal, the ministry has intensified efforts for the revival of the sports sector in the country, it said in a statement on Thursday.
The decision to hold the conference was taken during a meeting chaired by Ahsan Iqbal, attended by the Secretary IPC, Additional Secretary, Director-General of Pakistan Sports Board, and other relevant stakeholders.
During the meeting, Ahsan Iqbal reviewed the progress of the upcoming National Sports Revival Conference, National Games, and Narowal Sports Complex.
The Secretary IPC provided a briefing, and it was decided that the conference would be arranged in May, inviting all relevant stakeholders, including the renowned athletes, representatives of sports associations, and others.
It would feature various thematic sessions, and participants’ suggestions would also be taken to bring about reforms in the sports sector.
National Sports Revival Conference in Pakistan
The year 2025 will be celebrated as a revival of sports in Pakistan under the revival plan, which includes major reforms to improve national games and regain the lost glory.
A high-level policy board comprising representatives of all relevant stakeholders, including notable athletes, would be established to improve national sports.
During the meeting, the minister also ordered the concerned stakeholders to complete the unfinished work of Narowal Sports Complex to host international events.
Moreover, it was decided to arrange a National Heavyweight and Boxing Championship in Pakistan.
The minister directed the IPC Ministry to increase sports facilities across the country to promote local talent.
