Sindh launches ‘Sports for All’ policy 2026 to overhaul infrastructure and Youth Athletics
Sindh launches ‘Sports for All’ policy 2026 to overhaul infrastructure and Youth Athletics
By Nawaz Gohar ; The Sindh Government has officially implemented the “Sports for All” Sindh Sports Policy 2026 across the province following approval by the Sindh Cabinet, introducing a comprehensive framework to modernize sports infrastructure, promote youth talent, and institute transparent governance.
Announcing the initiative during a press conference, Secretary for Sports and Youth Affairs Munawar Ali Mahesar detailed that the policy—spearheaded by Provincial Sports Minister Sardar Muhammad Bakhsh Mahar—leverages authority under the 18th Constitutional Amendment to reconstruct athletic facilities, ensure athlete welfare, and integrate sports into the academic system.
A primary pillar of the policy is a district-level Talent Hunt Program targeting youth aged 7 to 15. The initiative makes physical education and sports participation compulsory in all educational institutions.
To support high-performance training, the province plans to establish multi-purpose sports complexes, sports cities, specialized academies, sports science centers, biomechanics labs, and anti-doping facilities across every division.
“Our vision connects Sindh’s historic sporting roots—tracing back to the ancient civilization of Mohenjo-Daro—with modern athletic development,” Mahesar stated. “Promoting inclusivity across gender, culture, and ability remains our top priority.”
The policy introduces targeted support programs, including monthly stipends, educational scholarships, insurance coverage, and mandatory employment quotas in government departments under the Honor Player Policy. Dedicated platforms will also expand women’s sports, special athletics, e-sports, and traditional games, alongside specialized events like the Pink Games.
To enforce institutional transparency, the Sindh Sports Board is undergoing complete administrative restructuring, with the Chief Minister serving as Chairman. Under new regulatory mechanisms:
All private sports clubs, grounds, and athletic facilities must register with the government.
Public sports associations receiving provincial funds will be audited to track expenditures and ensure merit-based governance.
A strict code of conduct and anti-doping regulations will apply across all sanctioned organizations.
Looking toward long-term targets set for 2040, the Sindh Government is pursuing public-private partnerships to host local events, collaborating with the Japanese government on an upcoming sports exchange program, and bidding to host select events for the upcoming South Asian Games.
Sindh Sports Director Asad Ishaq confirmed that facility registration and initial operational rollouts under the new framework are currently underway statewide.
