PROVINCE REPORT
PESHAWAR: A senior delegation of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Full Contact Karate Association (Shinkyokushinkai) held separate meetings with Peshawar Commissioner Captain (R) Khalid Mahmood and Deputy Commissioner Afaq Wazir at their respective offices to discuss the promotion of karate and issues faced by the association.
The delegation comprised Shihan Sahibzada Al-Hadi, international karate referee and president of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Full Contact Karate Association; Malik G. Awan, senior vice chairman; Saleha Majeed, vice president; and international karate champion Shams-ul-Arifeen.
During the meetings, the commissioner and deputy commissioner appreciated the achievements of Shams-ul-Arifeen, who has brought pride to Pakistan through his performances at the international level. They paid tribute to the champion, stating that the outstanding achievements of young athletes in sports were a source of pride for the country and nation.
They emphasized that encouraging and supporting talented athletes was essential for promoting sports and providing young people with opportunities to excel.
The meetings also addressed issues faced by the association, and immediate directions were issued regarding the relevant matters to facilitate their resolution.
The delegation welcomed the cooperation extended by the district administration and expressed hope that continued support would help promote karate activities across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and provide young athletes with more opportunities to showcase their talent.
