LAHORE:National Engineering Services Pakistan (NESPAK) officials have been directed to ensure comprehensive planning and swift execution of state-of-the-art Sports City project. Punjab Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar issued this direction while chairing a meeting at the National Hockey Stadium on Wednesday.
The meeting was convened to review plans for the establishment of modern Maryam Nawaz Sports City, a landmark project aimed at transforming the province’s sports, entertainment and tourism landscape.
During the meeting, theNespak officials presented a comprehensive briefing on the proposed Sports City project, outlining its key features and development plans. Detailed presentations were also given on the outdoor and indoor sports facilities that will be incorporated into the mega project. Addressing the meeting, Punjab Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Faisal Khokhar described the Sports City initiative as a major milestone that would open a new chapter in the promotion of sports, entertainment and tourism in Punjab.
Faisal Ayub Khokhar emphasised that the Sports City would be developed according to international standards and equipped with modern amenities to meet the needs of future generations.
He noted that a variety of entertainment facilities would be included to provide recreational opportunities for children and families. He instructed the planners to incorporate an underground parking system to maximize space and improve accessibility.
Highlighting the project’s athlete-focused infrastructure, Khokhar directed the officials concerned to construct a modern hostel with accommodation capacity for up to 5,000 players. He further stressed the importance of sustainability, directing officials to promote green energy through the installation of solar panels.
He said the Sports City will also feature landscaped walking areas for families, while a most advanced jogging track is expected to become one of the project’s flagship attractions. “Besides this modern entertainment facilities, including joyland, are also planned”.
He said that the Sports City project will house modern multi-purpose venues for a wide range of indoor and outdoor sports, including football, hockey, cricket, athletics, basketball, volleyball, badminton and squash, making it one of the most comprehensive sports complexes in the country.
