MITHI: Boxing champ Amir Khan on Thursday visited Thar along with Pakistan Army officials where he announced the construction of a hospital equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and inaugurated water and power facilities for the drought-hit region.
The UK-based boxer turned to Twitter to post pictures of his recent visit, urging people to assist with the humanitarian effort of bringing clean water to the residents of the area.
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The 29-year-old mixed with the locals during his tour and also thanked Pakistan Army officials for their constant support.
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He added that due to the foundation’s work, nearly 800 people are able to obtain clean drinking water and he hopes to continue on this effort.
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Earlier this year, Khan held a charity event, under the aegis of the Amir Khan Trust to raise funds for drilling two wells in Thar.
The boxer’s tour went for three days with a meet-and-greet at a local mall taking place on May 31, followed by a public workout at the Frere Hall the next day.
