Karachi: Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab officially opened the Shaheed Captain Colonel Sher Khan Sports Ground and Family Park in Pakhtunabad, Manghopir Town, District West, marking a significant step in enhancing sports facilities in the area. The newly inaugurated complex is equipped with modern amenities and aims to promote sports among the youth.

According to Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, the inauguration was attended by Deputy Mayor Karachi Salman Abdullah Murad, local political leaders, and a large number of residents, who gathered to witness the event. Mayor Wahab emphasized the importance of providing quality sports facilities as a top priority for the city’s administration, with the project completed at a cost of Rs. 217,893,855.

The sports ground spans 14,730 square yards and includes separate areas for football and cricket, a jogging track, and parking facilities. The adjacent family park, covering 2,705 square yards, offers green spaces, a children’s play area, and other amenities. Mayor Wahab highlighted the project’s role in fulfilling the commitment to provide the community with recreational facilities, similar to those in more developed areas of the city.

During his speech, the Mayor addressed various ongoing development projects in Karachi, including road improvements and water supply enhancements. He also called for cooperation between federal and provincial institutions to ensure the successful completion of public welfare initiatives, underscoring Karachi’s significant contribution to the national revenue.