Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar chaired a high-level meeting focused on the promotion and revival of hockey, reaffirming the government’s commitment to restoring Pakistan’s legacy in the sport.
The meeting was attended by the Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination, the Minister for Information, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Finance Tariq Bajwa, Director General Pakistan Sports Board, and senior officials, including the Secretary and Vice President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation.
Discussions centered on strategies to rebuild Pakistan’s standing in world hockey through grassroots development, improved infrastructure, modern coaching techniques, and merit-based player growth.
Senator Ishaq Dar emphasized that hockey, as a symbol of national pride, deserves renewed investment and attention at all levels. He directed the formulation of a comprehensive revival roadmap to enhance sports facilities and reignite youth participation across the country.
The Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed that the government would extend full support to initiatives aimed at revitalizing the national sport and restoring Pakistan’s dominance on the international hockey stage.
