WCLA holds ‘Khedan Lahore Dian’

LAHORE : The Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA) organised a gaming activity titled ‘Khedan Lahore Dian’ at Shahdara Complex here on Saturday.

A number of traditional games were played in this event. Around 300 kids and youngsters gathered to play and attend the gaming activity at Shahdara Complex. Latto, Traditional Guddi Gudda ki Shaadi, Pitho Gol Gram, Tug of War, Bara Teni, Kabbadi, Bandar Killa and other such kind of traditional games were played representing the cultural heritage and history of Lahore. Children and students from different schools of Lahore came to participate in the games. Bacha Party clothing brand distributed prizes among the participants of games. People expressed positive feedback regarding the event. They highlighted that such kind of outdoor games spread awareness regarding a healthy and prosperous life, especially for children.

They were also pleased to witness the revival of traditional games of Lahore which were played in the past. Samina Fazil, Deputy Director Media and Marketing, Walled City of Lahore Authority, said, ‘Recognising the historical value of traditional games is crucial to understanding the cultural heritage of the region. The Walled City of Lahore Authority’s ‘Khedan Lahore Dian’ initiative exemplifies a significant move towards reviving Lahore's indigenous games, thereby preserving an important facet of the city's history and culture. By promoting these traditional games, the initiative raises public awareness of shared cultural roots and deepens appreciation for the region's unique historical landscape.’

Kamran Lashari, Director General Walled City of Lahore Authority, expressed his opinion about the event and said, ‘We are encouraged by the strong public turnout, which demonstrates a positive response to our ongoing initiatives. Aligned with our mission, we have organised a series of cultural and recreational events across our heritage sites, creating meaningful opportunities for community engagement and celebration of cultural heritage. These activities serve to connect the public with their cultural roots in an enriching and dynamic way’.

Tania Qureshi, Director Media and Marketing, Walled City of Lahore, talked about the significance of Lahore's traditional games.