Sports Gala

FAISALABAD October 13: With physical activity increasingly competing with screen time and sedentary lifestyles, the promotion of sports among young people has become essential for public health. It was stated by University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali while inaugurating the university’s sports gala arranged by Agrarian Society along with Dean of Agriculture Prof Dr Ghulam Murtaza and Director of Students Affairs Prof Dr Waseem Akram. The gala features competitions in cricket, football, handball, and other games, providing students with opportunities to demonstrate their sporting abilities and engage in healthy competition. Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali said emphasised that participation in games helped instil discipline, teamwork, leadership and respect for others, while promoting a healthier lifestyle. He said the universities is taking all possible steps to promote sporting activities among young people by providing suitable facilities and encouraging wider student participation. A strong sporting culture, he added, could help students develop confidence, resilience and a sense of collective responsibility. He encouraged students to take an active part in sporting events and make physical fitness an essential part of their daily routines. Prof Dr Ghulam Murtaza said sports helped students develop a balanced personality, improve their ability to work in teams and learn to face challenges with determination and lead a healthy life. Prof Dr Waseem Akram said the sports gala provided a platform for students to display their talent, promote friendship and strengthen unity. He called for encouraging participation in different games.