Bilawal inaugurates 35th National Games in Karachi; Arshad Nadeem lights the torch
The 35th National Games officially kicked off in Karachi with a grand opening ceremony at the National Stadium, drawing thousands of athletes from across Pakistan. Key highlights from the event: Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari inaugurated the games, praising the athletes and expressing hope that today’s participants will become star medal winners for…
The 35th National Games officially kicked off in Karachi with a grand opening ceremony at the National Stadium, drawing thousands of athletes from across Pakistan.
Key highlights from the event:
Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari inaugurated the games, praising the athletes and expressing hope that today’s participants will become star medal winners for Pakistan in the future.
Arshad Nadeem, celebrated Pakistani javelin thrower, had the honor of lighting the ceremonial torch.
Pakistan Olympic Association President Arif Saeed highlighted that participation in the National Games is a matter of pride for every athlete and commended Sindh’s efforts in organizing the event.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah assured that the provincial government aims to make the National Games in Karachi a memorable and exemplary sporting event.
During the opening, athletes participated in a march-past, led by defending champions Pakistan Army, with host province Sindh’s athletes concluding the parade before the saluting dais.
Participants expressed their determination to deliver outstanding performances throughout the games, emphasizing the role of the event in nurturing future national and international sports talent.
