Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Syed Fakhar Jihan, on Wednesday ,inaugurated the snooker club at the Hayatabad Sports Complex in Peshawar.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Secretary Sports and Youth Affairs Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq, Director General Sports Tashfeen Haider, Director Youth Affairs Dr. Nauman Mujahid, Assistant Director Shah Faisal, Administrator of Hayatabad Sports Complex Abid Ali and other officials.
Addressing the event, Minister Syed Fakhar Jihan emphasized the provincial government’s commitment to promoting healthy and positive activities among the youth.

He noted that snooker is a widely famous sport and the said facility would provide an accessible and well-equipped space for young people in Hayatabad and surrounding areas to engage in the game.

“The snooker club will not only serve as a recreational outlet but also a platform for local talent to hone their skills and represent the province in competitive arenas,” the minister said.
He further reaffirmed that the development and promotion of all sports across the province remain a top priority under the vision of the founding chairman, Imran Khan.

“We are taking comprehensive steps to provide opportunities for youth engagement through sports, in line with the leadership of the Chief Minister,” he added.