Key Takeaways
- Punjab Sports Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar inaugurated five new padel tennis courts in Lahore.
- The project, costing between Rs100 million and Rs120 million, includes basic facilities for athletes and visitors.
- The minister plans to expand the sport beyond Lahore, with similar facilities to be established in Sialkot.
Punjab Sports Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar has inaugurated five new padel tennis courts in Lahore, marking a significant step in expanding opportunities for the sport in the province.
The inauguration ceremony, attended by the sports secretary, director general of sports, and members of the sporting community, highlighted the provincial government’s commitment to promoting emerging sports.
Khokhar stated that one of the courts has been built to international standards, while the remaining four are designed for national competitions, player training, and regular practice.
The project, estimated to have cost between Rs100 million and Rs120 million, includes seating arrangements, washrooms, and other basic facilities to cater to athletes and visitors.
The minister emphasized that activity at the courts has already begun, with the venue prepared to host international padel competitions in the future.
Khokhar also announced plans to expand the sport beyond Lahore, with similar facilities to be established in Sialkot, aiming to create more sporting opportunities for athletes across Punjab.
The new courts are expected to serve as an important hub for developing padel tennis in the province, providing a platform for its growth and continued investment by the government.
The inauguration underscores the provincial government’s ongoing efforts to support both established and emerging sports, ensuring a balanced approach to sports development in Punjab.
