PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur on Sunday outlined the provincial government’s significant investment of Rs1.4 billion in upgrading sports stadiums and undertaking various renovation projects aimed at revitalising Peshawar.

Speaking about the progress of these initiatives here, CM Gandapur highlighted upgradation of gun and shooting sports facilities at RMT Club at a cost of Rs200 million and a well-attended horse and cattle show with Rs150 million. “The historic Mohabbat Khan Mosque has also been restored at a cost of Rs52 million.”

“The government’s efforts extend to preserving Peshawar’s rich heritage, with Rs35 million allocated for protection of Hasnain Sharif School and Rs23 million for upgradation of Gor Gathri archaeological complex. Notably, Rs92 million was spent on restoration of places of worship for minority communities,” Mr Gandapur said.

Additionally, he said a new mosque was constructed in Regi Model Town at Rs50 million cost, and the renovated Nishtar Hall had become a hub of activity, hosting over 35 events that attracted more than 10,000 people.

Published in Dawn, May 5th, 2025