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LAHORE : Government College University (GCU) Lahore student and young cyclist Sardar Salar Ahmed Sindhu has embarked on a unique solo cycling expedition from Lahore to the Siran Valley in Mansehra, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The expedition, which began on September 8, will cover more than 1,000 kilometres along the GT Road. Officials of the Sports Department Punjab warmly welcomed Salar Ahmed at various points of his journey, including Gujranwala, Jhelum, Kharian, Rawalpindi and Murree.
The initiative reflects the Punjab Sports Department’s efforts to encourage talented and adventurous youth and provide them with opportunities to showcase their abilities through sporting activities.
DG Sports Punjab Tariq Qureshi has extended special support to the young cyclist, with the Sports Department providing administrative assistance along the route to encourage him and help ensure the successful completion of his challenging expedition.
He said that Punjab Youth Affairs and Sports Department is taking effective measures for creating plenty of opportunities for youth to excel in multiple fields. He said that Punjab Youth Affairs and Sports Department is organising several sports events in different game for providing youth sufficient opportunities to demonstrate their sports talent. The expedition also aims to promote sports among young people and highlight the values of determination, courage, hope and steadfastness.
