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Lahore was declared as the main center of the South Asian Games

LAHORE (Sports Reporter) The link between the Pakistan Olympic Association and the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination regarding the organization of the South Asian Games was re-established on Tuesday as the two met at the Olympic House here on Tuesday in which it was decided that Lahore would be the regional venue. Be the epicenter of sports extravaganza.

The 14th edition of the Games was scheduled to be held last year but was delayed mainly due to issues between the POA and the government over the allotment of venues.

While the POA was in favor of establishing a central center in Lahore with programs in other Punjab cities Sialkot, Gujranwala and Faisalabad as well as Islamabad, the IPC ministry, then under the leadership of Fahmida Mirza, , preferred Islamabad as the central hub.

The fight over the venue meant no funds were released but luckily for Pakistan, the South Asian Olympic Council decided to give the POA more time rather than move the Games to another country.

A meeting of the POA and IPC ministry is likely to take serious steps to hold the Games after the newly elected government assumes power.

A coordination meeting was convened between Pakistan Olympic Association and Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination at Pakistan Olympic House, Lahore today.

In this high-level meeting, Pakistan Olympic Association President Syed Mohammad Abid Qadri Gilani welcomed the distinguished guests, IPC Federal Secretary and Additional Secretary.

"The main agenda of this assembly was to plan and orchestrate the various events to be held in Pakistan for the 14th South Asian Games, ensuring a smooth and successful execution. The President POA took the attendees on behalf of the POA. Updated on proactive measures, highlighting meeting convened with all National Sports Federations (NSFs) on 9 March 2024 at POA House, Lahore.

“The objective of the officials was to effectively plan and execute the events of each sport featured in the 14th South Asian Games.

"The Secretary General of the POA provided a comprehensive briefing to the IPC delegates. The briefing included a comprehensive presentation detailing all logistical and operational aspects of the Games, including venue allocation, scheduling, sports disciplines, accommodation Logistics, financial management, and other ancillary concerns.

"A consensus was reached on the need to hold regular coordination meetings to ensure the planning and facilitation required for the grand staging of the 14th South Asian Games. Given that Lahore is the central venue for most of the Games events. Designated as the Centre, it was agreed that the Government of Punjab would be fully involved as key stakeholders in the planning and implementation process.

The POA's plan to include Sialkot among the destinations was driven by the hope that fans from Indian Punjab would be able to come to Pakistan as those from across the border often visit a shrine in Narowal. Due to Lahore's proximity to the Wagah border, sports fans from India will also be able to attend the games.