Punjab Minister for Sports Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar has directed all the stakeholders to accelerate registration for the CM Punjab Youth Games 2026 and ensure maximum participation of young people from across the province. He issued these directions while chairing an important meeting here on Thursday.
Sports Coordinator Malik Anoosh Khokhar, coordinators from various union councils of Lahore, sports officers from Raiwind Tehsil and other relevant officials attended the meeting. The participants reviewed the progress of registration and discussed measures to engage more children in sporting activities.
Addressing the meeting, Punjab Minister for Sports Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar said that, in accordance with the directions of CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz, the Youth Games are being expanded to the grassroots level to ensure that children playing in streets, neighbourhoods and local communities also get opportunities to showcase their talent. "The initiative aimed to bring young people to sports grounds, develop their abilities and encourage their participation in positive and constructive activities."
Punjab Minister for Sports Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar stated that registration for the CM Punjab Youth Games had reached 2.4 million children, while the ultimate target is to register 10 million participants. He added that November 5, 2026, is the last date for registration and we are aiming to see 5 million children actively participating in sports activities on the grounds.
Punjab Minister for Sports Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar directed the relevant officials to pay special attention to the registration of students from public and private schools in PP-167 and PP-168. He instructed all coordinators to establish registration camps in their respective areas and strengthen engagement with parents, educational institutions and local representatives. He stressed that every effort should be made to ensure that no child misses the opportunity to participate in the Youth Games.
The provincial minister further directed the officials to encourage students studying at Madaris and children associated with Mosques to participate actively in the Youth Games. "Sports helped develop discipline, teamwork, tolerance, self-confidence and a spirit of healthy competition among children. Therefore, opportunities to participate in sporting activities should be made accessible to children from all segments of society".
Punjab Minister for Sports Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar stated that prizes worth millions of rupees are being offered to encourage and reward outstanding performers in the Youth Games. "Youth Sports Cards would also be introduced soon to support young athletes and encourage their continued engagement in sports."