Sports Jaffarabad

 

Introduction

 

Two games: cricket and football are common among the youngsters. The interest in cricket has grown amongst youth. The cricket team of Rojhan Jamali is the best in the district. There are two regular grounds, one in Dera Allah Yar and one in Usta Mohammad. The one in the college at Usta Mohammad is utilized for sports. The grounds lack grass and are dusty during play.

 The traditional games like wrestling and horse-racing may be observed in rural areas. Playing snooker is common in few shops at Dera Allah Yar and Usta Mohammad.

GO/NGO/Private Enterprise, etc. involvement in Sports Development

The Sports Officer resides at D.M. Jamali in the Commissioner's Office. He is responsible for the sports activities of the whole division, but is without funds and active support. An officer club exists in Dera Allah Yar and one at Usta Mohammad. It has tennis, squash, and badminton facilities. There are sporting facilities at the Irrigation colony at Usta Mohammad. The rights of admissions, however, are reserved and restricted.

 

 

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Infrastructure

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Conclusion and major Development Issues

The interest for sports exist amongst youngsters. Cricket is a popular game being played from cities to villages. Active involvement in sports is difficult, as not enough facilities are available. The traditional games have reduced in practice because of a change in environment and the availability of television.

 

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