Pakistan Moves to Bring E-Sports Into Its National Sports System
Pakistan is planning to introduce a national e-sports policy, which will bring competitive gaming into Pakistan’s formal sports system, creating … Read More The post Pakistan Moves to Bring E-Sports Into Its National Sports System appeared first on ProPakistani .
Pakistan is set to launch a national e-sports policy, incorporating competitive gaming into the country's formal sports system. This initiative aims to provide more opportunities for young people to engage in e-sports, with the policy also planning to establish a dedicated federation and host its inaugural National E-Sports Championship.
The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) is aiding the task force in executing its responsibilities, and it has contributed to organizing e-sports events at the Pakistan Sports Complex in Islamabad, making use of the nation's existing sports facilities. Furthermore, the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination, in collaboration with the PSB, has distributed 20 gaming systems to five public schools in Islamabad at a cost of Rs 9.10 million, with the goal of introducing students to e-sports and fostering greater participation in competitive gaming.
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