23/09/2026
PRESS RELEASE
Pakistan Blind Sports Federation and Pakistan Underwater Federation Sign MoU to Promote Inclusive Swimming and Underwater Sports in Pakistan
Karachi, 23 September 2026:
The Pakistan Blind Sports Federation (PBSF) and Pakistan Underwater Federation (PUF) have jointly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting and developing Swimming, Finswimming and Underwater Sports in Pakistan, with a particular focus on creating opportunities for athletes with visual impairments.
The MoU was signed today at the National Sailing Centre, Karachi, in the presence of representatives from both federations and the Sindh Blind Sports Association.
The collaboration will focus on expanding access to swimming and underwater sports, developing athletes and coaches, organizing training programs and competitions, and creating pathways for athletes with visual impairments to participate in national and international sporting activities.
The signing ceremony was attended by:
* Mr. Muhammad Saleem, President, Pakistan Underwater Federation
* Hafiz Muhammad Azam, General Secretary, Pakistan Underwater Federation
* Mr. Muhammad Waqas Waraich, President, Pakistan Blind Sports Federation
* Mr. Irfan Munawar, Coordinator
* Mr. Ajeet, Secretary, Sindh Blind Sports Association
* Mr. Nadir Ali, Vice President, Sindh Blind Sports Association
Speaking on the occasion, the representatives highlighted the importance of providing equal sporting opportunities and developing structured pathways for athletes with visual impairments in swimming and underwater sports.
Through this MoU, PBSF and PUF will work together to facilitate training, coaching, athlete development, competitions, talent identification and promotion of Swimming and Finswimming across Pakistan.
The partnership also aims to strengthen cooperation between the two federations and support the participation of Pakistani athletes in national and international events.
Both organizations expressed their commitment to working jointly for the promotion of inclusive sports, athlete development and the growth of swimming and underwater sports in Pakistan.
Pakistan Underwater Federation (PUF)
Pakistan Blind Sports Federation (PBSF)
Karachi, Pakistan
23 September 2026