As the new advisor for sports and youth affairs to the caretaker CM of Punjab, Mohsin Naqvi, Wahab Riaz has been working tirelessly to improve sports in the province. The left-arm pacer, who recently represented Peshawar Zalmi in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 8, has taken charge of his new role with great enthusiasm.
Since his appointment, Wahab has visited various sports grounds and facilities across Punjab. He has directed the upgrading of several grounds in Lahore, with the aim of providing high-quality facilities for athletes.
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On Sunday, Wahab announced the first-ever Ramadan sports series, which is set to take place from April 7 to 11 at the Nishtar Park Sports Complex in Lahore. The event will feature six major sports, including badminton, cricket (tape ball), football, hockey, kabaddi, and table tennis. Players from across the province will compete in these events in top-class facilities.
Wahab thanked the authorities for their help in launching the Ramadan sports series. He also expressed his gratitude to Ali Randhawa and Rafia Haider, secretary sports and all elite departments for their efforts to make it possible.
The Ramadan sports series is a significant step towards promoting sports in the province. It provides an excellent opportunity for athletes to showcase their talent and compete against the best in their respective sports. The event is expected to attract a large number of sports enthusiasts and fans, who are eagerly looking forward to watching their favorite athletes in action.
Wahab Riaz‘s efforts to promote sports in Punjab are commendable. He has been instrumental in identifying the key issues and challenges facing the sports sector in the province. He has also proposed several innovative solutions to address these challenges and has worked tirelessly to implement them.
One of the major challenges facing the sports sector in Punjab is the lack of infrastructure and facilities. Wahab has identified this as a critical issue and has directed the upgrading of several sports grounds in Lahore. This is a significant step towards providing high-quality facilities to athletes and promoting sports in the province.
Another major challenge facing the sports sector is the lack of support for emerging athletes. Wahab has proposed several measures to address this issue, including the establishment of talent hunt programs and the provision of financial incentives to emerging athletes. These measures are aimed at identifying and nurturing talented athletes, and providing them with the support and resources they need to achieve their full potential.
Wahab’s efforts to promote sports in Punjab have not gone unnoticed. His dedication and commitment to the cause have earned him widespread praise and recognition from various quarters. He has become a role model for young athletes, who see him as an inspiration and a symbol of hope.
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Ramadan sports series is just the beginning of Wahab’s efforts to promote sports in Punjab. He has several other initiatives and programs lined up, which he believes will help transform the sports sector in the province. His ultimate goal is to make Punjab a hub of sports excellence, where athletes can flourish and achieve their dreams.
Wahab Riaz’s efforts to promote sports in Punjab are a welcome development. His dedication and commitment to the cause are commendable, and his initiatives and programs are aimed at addressing the key challenges facing the sports sector in the province. The Ramadan sports series is a significant step towards promoting sports in Punjab, and it provides an excellent opportunity for athletes to showcase their talent and compete against the best. With Wahab leading the charge, the future of sports in Punjab looks bright and promising.
