{"id":542455,"date":"2026-04-18T09:42:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T04:42:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=542455"},"modified":"2026-04-18T09:42:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T04:42:04","slug":"govt-proposes-rs5-5bn-for-sports-infrastructure-projects-in-major-cities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/govt-proposes-rs5-5bn-for-sports-infrastructure-projects-in-major-cities\/","title":{"rendered":"Govt proposes Rs5.5bn for sports infrastructure projects in major cities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> ISLAMABAD<br \/>\nThe Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination plans to undertake multiple projects to develop sports infrastructure in major cities at a proposed cost of Rs5.5 billion.<br \/>\nAccording to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, a project with a total cost of Rs3.5 billion has been proposed for the construction of sports facilities at the PSB Coaching Centre in Skardu.<br \/>\nThe project includes the development of a football ground, a hockey turf, a synthetic athletic track, tennis and volleyball courts, along with an administrative block and allied infrastructure.<br \/>\nThe ministry has also planned construction works at Lalik Jan Hockey Stadium, Gilgit, including the installation of floodlights, construction of a retaining wall, and fencing to enable night-time sporting activities.<\/p>\n<p>The project will cost Rs268.776 million.<br \/>\nIn Lahore, the plan includes the construction of a boxing gymnasium and the upgradation of cycling facilities at the PSB Coaching Centre at a proposed cost of Rs1.4 billion, while similar construction and improvement works have been proposed for the PSB Coaching Centre in Peshawar to enhance athlete training capacity.<br \/>\n This component of the project will cost Rs365.241 million.<br \/>\nThe proposed PSDP demand for 2026-27 includes Rs800m for Skardu, Rs200m for Gilgit, and Rs150m each for Lahore and Peshawar projects.<br \/>\nThe document reflects that these projects are part of a broader strategy to expand and modernise sports infrastructure nationwide through phased construction and development initiatives.<br \/>\nThe proposed investment will not only improve existing facilities but also create new opportunities for young athletes, particularly in remote areas, by providing access to standardised training infrastructure.<br \/>\nThe initiatives proposed under PSDP 2026-27 are expected to play a key role in promoting sports culture, nurturing talent, and strengthening Pakistan\u2019s performance in national and international competitions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD The Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination plans to undertake multiple projects to develop sports infrastructure in major cities at a proposed cost of Rs5.5 billion. 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