Horse, cattle show shines

First-ever event of its kind draws huge crowds

PESHAWAR:

The first-ever three-day horse and cattle/cultural show in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's history began formally at the Sher Khan Stadium in Peshawar. It is set to run from November 8 to November 10.

Chief Minister Sardar Ali Amin Gandapur inaugurated this unique event organised by the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Sports Department.

The ceremony was attended by Corps Commander Peshawar Lt.General Umar Ahmad Bukhari, Provincial Sports Minister Syed Fakhar Jahan, Ministers Meena Khan Afridi, Fazal Hakim Khan, Pakhtunyar Khan, Commissioner Peshawar Riaz Khan Mehsud, Secretary of Sports Matiullah Khan, DG Sports Abdul Nasir, members of the assembly, senior government officials, athletes, and numerous spectators who enjoyed a variety of entertaining activities.

The show commenced with a freefall jump and an air gliding display which captivated the audience. The event also featured traditional music and dance performances presented by bands of Frontier Corps North parties while dog and camel races and a horse dance display were also part of the first day events. Other attractions including one thousand pigeon release in the air martial art performance a family festival and a vintage car show were also part of the festival.

During these three days, various traditional games including tent pegging, kabaddi, wrestling, camel races, camel dances, dog races, and other contests, totaling sixteen, will be held until November 10.