Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced the launch of the province's first Sports City, and declared that the Khelta Punjab Pink Games will be expanded to the tehsil level across Punjab. Addressing the inauguration ceremony of the Pink Games 2026 at Punjab Stadium, in Lahore, she directed authorities to ensure special arrangements for the care, accommodation, and meals of women players.

According to Radio Pakistan, Maryam Nawaz appreciated the efforts of Provincial Minister for Sports Faisal Khokhar, the Secretary, DG Sports, and the entire organizing team for successfully holding the event. She praised female athletes as 'Super Daughters of Super Punjab' and emphasized the government's commitment to promoting sports and healthy activities among youth.

Maryam Nawaz Sharif stated that the government is taking practical steps to revive sports grounds and encourage children to engage in physical activities, moving them away from mobile screens and onto playing fields.