SWABI: Participation of girls in sports activities is essential for their physical fitness and getting due place in society, said speakers at the concluding ceremony of sports week in Women University Swabi (WUS) here on Thursday.

Hazara University vice-chancellor Prof Dr Ayub Khan, acting VC of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar, Prof Dr Naseem Akhtar, WUS VC Prof Shahana Urooj Kazmi and additional deputy commissioner Qaiser Khan also attended the event besides coordinators of different games.

The WUS officials briefed the participants about the games played during the week and winner and runner-up teams.

The academic staff said it was clear from the enthusiasm of girls that there was no dearth of talent, but they only needed proper training and environment to excel in sports.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof Ayub said girls could shine in both higher education and sports because they had adequate opportunities and facilities.

Prof Akhtar said the students taking part in any game were encouraged. Prof Kazmi said that after assuming charge as WUS VC she had made all-out efforts to encourage the students and help them in both education and sports.

In the end, trophies and certificates were given to the outstanding students.

Published in Dawn, March 25th, 2022