All set for Derajat Festival in DI Khan

PESHAWAR:

Arrangements for the grand opening ceremony of the Derajat Festival have been completed. The event will take place today, Saturday, at the Ratta Kulachi Stadium in Dera Ismail Khan.

The festival will showcase a blend of culture, sports, traditional music and recreational activities. The ceremony will feature a parade, cattle show, PT, fireworks, livestock march and a march-past.

The inauguration of DeraJat will also mark the commencement of the "Mela Espan" festival. According to the Sports Department, approximately 2,500 high-quality horses have been brought to Dera Ismail Khan for the Mela Espan.

On Friday, Provincial Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Syed Fakhar Jihan, along with MNA Faisal Amin Gandapur, City Mayor Dera Ismail Khan Umar Amin Gandapur and MPA Usman Betani, visited the Ratta Kulachi Sports Complex to review the arrangements.

The provincial minister and other parliamentarians inspected the arrangements for the opening ceremony at the stadium.

While speaking on the occasion, Fakhar Jihan expressed, "We invite sports enthusiasts from all over the country to participate in Dera Jat. This event is a step towards promoting our positive identity."

He further added, "DeraJat is an essential event that aims to preserve and promote our traditions, culture, and history."

The minister highlighted the provincial government's efforts to keep national and traditional sports, culture, and history alive.

On this occasion, Director General of Sports, Abdul Nasir Khan, Regional Sports Officer, Razi Ullah Betani, and other officials briefed the minister on the preparations and activities for the inaugural ceremony.