PESHAWAR: Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Nadeem Aslam Chaudhary chaired a meeting to discuss arrangements for the upcoming Shandur Polo Festival in Chitral.
The meeting, attended by officials and stakeholders, focused on ensuring a successful and well-organized event, says a press statement.
During the meeting, the chief secretary received a briefing on the planning and coordination efforts for the festival. Emphasizing the importance of portraying a positive image of Pakistan globally, he asked stakeholders to expedite their efforts in finalizing arrangements and developing a comprehensive plan.
The chief secretary highlighted the significance of the Shandur Polo Festival as a cultural showcase for the province, stressing the need for top-notch arrangements to accommodate local and foreign tourists, media representatives and other guests.
He directed the National Highway Authority to accelerate road works to facilitate tourists and ensure the availability of heavy machinery for emergency situations like landslides.
He also ordered establishment of special stalls to promote handicrafts and locally produced goods of Chitral, aiming to boost the local economy. It was also noted that special PIA flights from Islamabad to Chitral will be arranged to facilitate tourists attending the festival.
The final schedule of the polo tournament will be announced soon, considering input from all stakeholders and weather conditions. Efforts are underway to enhance accommodation facilities and overall infrastructure to ensure a memorable experience for attendees.