Staff Correspondent
Booni, June 17, 2026: A women fitness facility, “Iron Legacy Women Gym,” has been inaugurated in Booni, marking a significant step toward promoting health and fitness among women in Upper Chitral.
It’s the first of its kind health fitness center for women in Chitral.
The gym was officially inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner Upper Chitral Muhammad Imran Khan at a ceremony attended by District Health Officer Dr. Farman Wali, President Ismaili Council Upper Chitral Imtiaz Alam, Tehsil Chairman Mastuj Sardar Hakim, religious scholar Qazi Ghulam Rabbani, and Ismaili scholar Syed Ameer Shah, along with a large number of local women and notable community members.
Religious scholars present at the ceremony emphasized the physical and spiritual benefits of maintaining good health and encouraged women to prioritize regular exercise.
According to the gym administration, Iron Legacy Women Gym is fully equipped with modern fitness equipment and ensures complete privacy and a secure environment for women. A certified female trainer will also be available to guide participants professionally.
Local women welcomed the initiative, calling it a long-awaited facility for the area and expressing optimism that it will help them improve their health and overall well-being.
The gym is located behind the DEO Primary Office (Female), Booni Lasht Road.