President of Pakistan, Dr Arif Alvi congratulated Balochistan government for successfully hosting the 34th National Games in Quetta.
Alvi graced the closing ceremony of the National Games at Ayub Stadium today.
During his address, Alvi said it is heartening to see sports prevailing in the province.
“I am so happy to see sports events happening in Balochistan. This province has a great history, dating back to the era of founder of Pakistan, the great Mohammad Ali Jinnah [Quaid-e-Azam],” he said.
“Quaid-e-Azam loved this province a lot and it has great potential in all walks of life,” he added.
Alvi, who was accompanied by Governer Balochistan Malik Abdul Wali Kakar, Balochistan’s sports minister Abdul Khaliq Hazara and other government officials, presented Quaid-e-Azam Trophy to the winning side Army.
Meanwhile, Alvi talked about giving opportunities to young talented athletes. “As a nation, we should promote our athletes by providing them with ample opportunities. It is very important for any country that they have talented sportsmen,” he concluded.
Army topped the table with 199 gold medals, 133 silver and 66 bronze. WAPDA finished second with 109 gold, 101 silver and 80 bronze medals. Navy, with 28 gold, 32 silver and 49 bronze, were at the third place.
It must be noted that the Federal Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) Ehsanur Rehman Mazari today announced all possible support for those athletes who showed extraordinary performance while hailing the contributions of all the leading stakeholders in making the event successful.
Here are some of the highlights of the 34th National Games:
- The games were held in Quetta from May 22 to 30, 2023.
- Over 3,000 athletes from all over Pakistan participated in the games.
- A total of 25 sports disciplines were contested in the games.
- Army won the overall championship, followed by WAPDA and Navy.
- The games were a huge success, and were praised by athletes, officials and spectators alike.
The success of the 34th National Games is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Balochistan government and the people of Quetta. The games have helped to promote sports in the province and have provided a platform for young athletes to showcase their talent. The games have also helped to boost the morale of the people of Balochistan and have given them a sense of pride.
The President’s congratulations and the Federal Minister’s announcement of support for the athletes are a welcome gesture. It is important to continue to invest in sports and to provide opportunities for young athletes to develop their skills. Sports can play a major role in promoting peace and harmony in society, and they can also help to build a strong and healthy nation.
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