Speech of Miss Fatima Jinnah at the Lady Jaffer Memorial Cricket Tournament Prize Distribution

Sub title : Address delivered by Miss Fatima Jinnah at Jehangir Park, Karachi

Subject: Miss Fatima Jinnah | Lady Jaffer Memorial Cricket Tournament | Sports | Youth development

Date of publication: 1953

Language: English

Page: 67 p.

Source: National Archives of Pakistan

Serial no: 28751

Keyword: Miss Fatima Jinnah -- Lady Jaffer Memorial Cricket Tournament -- Cricket -- Sports -- Youth -- Karachi stadium -- Quaid-i-Azam -- Nation-building

Abstract: This file contains multiple copies of the speech delivered by Miss Fatima Jinnah at the prize distribution ceremony of the Lady Jaffer Memorial Cricket Tournament at Jehangir Park, Karachi, on May 10, 1953. She expresses pleasure at the growing popularity of cricket among young boys, highlights the role of sports in building courage, determination, and character, and stresses the need for better sports facilities, particularly a stadium in Karachi. She recalls that Quaid‑i‑Azam patronised the Olympic Games and notes that she herself has been emphasising sports as a nation‑building activity for three years. She thanks the organisers and congratulates the winners.

Description: This file contains several copies of Miss Fatima Jinnah’s speech at the Lady Jaffer Memorial Cricket Tournament prize distribution on May 10, 1953. She encourages youth participation in cricket, underscores the physical and cultural benefits of sports, and advocates for a stadium in Karachi. The speech reflects her commitment to promoting sports as an essential part of national development. SCANNED BY: NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF PAKISTAN.

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