Schedule Announced for South Asian Games in Pakistan
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The 14th South Asian Games, set to take place in Pakistan from April 3 to 11 next year, has been officially announced following approval by the South Asia Olympic Council’s executive committee. The decision was reached during a meeting held in Islamabad under the chairmanship of Arif Saeed, president of the Pakistan Olympic Association. Delegations from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives participated in person, while India was represented by a video link.
The hosting rights for the event have been officially granted to Pakistan. The competitions will be held across three cities: Islamabad, Lahore, and Peshawar. According to the plan, over 4,200 athletes and officials will participate in the Games. A total of 346 gold medals will be awarded across 28 men’s and 25 women’s sports. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has already approved the necessary funds for the event.
The Pakistan Olympic Association president expressed confidence in Pakistan's readiness to host the Games, citing full support from the federal government.
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