The Frontier Corps Khyber Pakhtunkhwa North has successfully launched an All KP Football Peace Tournament at the Bajaur Sports Complex, bringing together 18 teams in a significant community-building initiative.
The tournament features 16 teams from tribal districts and 2 teams from Malakand Division, running until November 29th. Designed to promote peace and unity, the event has drawn thousands of spectators, with local elders and youth expressing gratitude to the Pakistani military for organizing the tournament.
The opening ceremony attracted massive public interest, with gymnastics and other sporting demonstrations entertaining the crowd. Local community leaders highlighted the tournament's importance in fostering social cohesion and promoting peaceful interactions among young athletes.
The comprehensive sporting event serves as a strategic approach to community engagement, utilizing sports as a mechanism for building understanding and reducing tensions in the region.