KOHAT: A weeklong sports festival began at the Kohat stadium here on Tuesday.

Teams from Bajaur, Mohmand, Orakzai, Kurram, North Waziristan, South Waziristan and Khyber tribal districts, Darra Adamkhel tribal subdivision of Kohat, Dera Ismail Khan, Bannu, Hassankhel and Lakki Marwat are participating in the tournament.

Kohat assistant commissioner Younis Khan inaugurated the games. Regional sports officer, Kohat division, Sikandar Shah was also present, according to a statement.

The organisers said the event was being held thanks to the efforts of director sports merged districts Pir Abdullah Shah.

Speaking on the occasion, assistant commissioner Younis Khan said the event was the first such activity being organised after a long time because of Covid-19 pandemic. He said such activities were essential for physical and mental health of youth.

Published in Dawn, December 15th, 2021