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Bilawal opens Rs1.3bn completely rehabilitated Kakri Sports Complex

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The people of Karachi witnessed a significant moment as Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari inaugurated the newly rehabilitated Kakri Sports Complex known as Kakri Ground, Lyari.PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto congratulated the people of Lyari for the development of such a beautiful sports complex from where their youth would be trained to compete in international sports events.

The complex, located in the historic Lyari area, that holds immense cultural and social importance for the local communities. This project is a testament to the commitment of the provincial government to considerably improve the quality of life in the neighborhoods and promote sporting excellence for its citizens, especially the young generation. The Chief Minister briefing the chairman Said that The Kakri Ground and its’ surrounding area have long served as a hub of social and sporting activities, catering to the diverse groups residing in the vicinity.

“The area has played a crucial role in supporting the residents’ well-being with numerous amenities, businesses, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities in the vicinity, however, over time, the Kakri Ground facility needed an upgrade to meet the youth’s evolving demands and cater to a wider range of sports,” he said.

Recognizing the significance of the Kakri Sports Complex and the need for neighborhood improvement, the Sindh government on the directives of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto embarked on a rehabilitation project, Murad Shah said and added that the project involved developing a comprehensive land use plan and optimizing the existing facilities to international standards. Mr. Shah said that in addition, new indoor games and facilities were incorporated to ensure a diverse presence in national and international competitions.

The Karachi Neighborhood Improvement Project (KNIP) played a key role in conceptualizing and executing the project, involving extensive consultations with stakeholders.

It may be noted that the project started in January 2022 and was completed in June 2023 at the cost of Rs 1.365 billion. The project scope comprised of the Sports Complex having a multipurpose building on a footprint of 18000 square feet accommodating 45 parking spaces in the basement.

The upgraded Kakri Sports Complex boasts several remarkable features that would enhance the sporting experience and overall well-being of the community with the up-gradation and addition of additional spaces to achieve diversity.

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