Lahore’s first-ever Jeep Rally begins

LAHORE: The excitement reverberated through Lahore's bustling streets as the city's first-ever Jeep Rally flagged off in a grand ceremony held at Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab) on Sunday.

Organised jointly by the Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA) and the Tourism Development Corporation Punjab (TDCP), with the generous support of CBD Punjab, the event marked a significant milestone in Pakistan's motorsport and tourism landscape.

The flag off ceremony of rally titled Lahore Ravi Rally Cross, held at CBD Punjab Quaid District Lahore Prime, was a testament to the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders.

CBD Punjab spared no effort in adorning the entire area with vibrant race flags and banners, setting the stage for an exhilarating start to the rally.

COO of CBD Punjab and Ruda Brig (retd) Mansoor Janjua was the chief guest on this occasion. Secretary Tourism Punjab Raja Jahangir Anwar and other high-ranking officials from CBD Punjab, Ruda, and TDCP were also present on this occasion.

Adding to the fervor, Team CBD Punjab announced its participation in the rally with their branded rally truck, heightening anticipation among attendees. Rally enthusiasts from across Pakistan, including renowned drivers such as Suneel Manj, Ronnie Patel, Sahibzada Sultan, Aqeel Ahmed Shiraz Khaqwani, and teams like Team Asia and Multan Racing Club, converged at the flag ceremony, ready to showcase their prowess on the challenging terrain.