Srinagar to Get Its First Joggers Park

Musical fountains, a modern gymnasium, jogging tracks, lawn tennis and basket ball courts, multi-cuisine continental restaurant, library and a swimming pool — the scenic Srinagar city is all set to get its first multi-facility joggers park.

The sprawling sports centre in Raj Bagh on the banks of the famed Jhelum River, the Srinagar joggers park is a dream come true for much of its 1.3 million population.

Located just two kilometers away from city center Lal Chowk, the sports center is the first of its kind with all modern facilities for the health-conscious and sports-loving residents of the city.

It is the brainchild of Minister of State for Tourism Nasir Aslam Wani who says the park will provide facilities to the hundreds of locals who are seen in the mornings and evenings jogging and brisk walking in the city along busy roads. With no specific facility for such physical activity, city joggers have so far been using the city roads which are fast becoming overcrowded due to heavy traffic.

According to studies, the lifestyle of locals is fast becoming sedentary in Srinagar city that has resulted in many health problems like obesity, hypertension and diabetes.