A Jeep Rally 2021, at the emerging economic center of Gwadar has concluded on Sunday.
According to sources, the event which started with an exceptional Opening Ceremony on Marine Drive Gwadar entered the Qualifying Rounds on 15 October.
On the rally titlled “Gwader Off Road 2021” 16th and 17th of October were reserved for the main events of Stock and Modified Categories of Jeeps. More than 75 Jeeps of various categories coming from all over Pakistan participated in the event, including 16 international participants from Iran and 6 female drivers as well.
125 km long track was prepared for the rally along the Gwadar and Jiwani coastline and the Makran Coastal Highway.
Drivers who participated in the race appreciated the track conditions and termed it thrilling and challenging. As in any other tough competition, few racers could not complete the race because of technical faults, yet expressed that they were glad to have participated. They said, “It’s not about winning or loosing, rather it’s the spirit which matters. We came for the thrill and to enjoy the beauty of Gwadar and we have achieved our goal.” The guests were particularly thankful for the all out assistance rendered to them by the Army and civil administration for the event.
The guest drivers went around various scenic points of Gwadar, Jiwani and Pasni to enjoy the beauty. They said that the coastline adjoining the attractive and unique landscape of Gwadar is no where to be found. Participants of the race also enjoyed a dinner hosted in their honour at sea side.
Meanwhile, locals of the area, particularly the business community is happy over the multi fold increase in businesses because of the conduct of the event and economic activity. They said that such like activities for the people of Gwadar, is a good omen for them. They expressed that several other such activities planned in future will add to the beauty and economy of Gwadar.
The guests were also very appreciative of the welcoming nature of the people of Gwadar and the developments which have taken place recently. They said, “Gwadar is an excellent tourist destination for local and foreign tourists, who should not miss the opportunity to enjoy its serene beauty”.
The most fascinating part of the Rally was the colorful Closing Ceremony which included prizes for the winners and several other cultural shows and songs. Asif Fazal was awarded the overall best prize amongst the drivers who completed the race in 01:24:01 (one hour, 24 minutes and 1 second) A very large crowd of spectators from Gwadar and remote areas of Balochistan had come to witness the event which ended late night. Chief Minister Balochistan Mr Jam Kamal Khan and GOC 44 Special Security Division Major General Innayat Hussain apart from other dignitaries graced the closing ceremony.
