To acknowledge the contributions and role of donors in the development of AKU, the Sports and Rehabilitation Centre (SRC) Donors Family Day was held on August 19, 2001 at AKU. The objective was to provide the donors of the SRC, and their families, an opportunity to visit the facility established with their generous contributions.

The donors and their families looking up their names etched on the glass panels at the Centre.

The highlights of the day included guided tours of the facility, racing events for all age groups, a photograph display of His Highness the Aga Khan's visit to Pakistan as well as of the construction phases of the SRC, and a screening of the video of the SRC inauguration, which was graciously performed by His Highness the Aga Khan. The guests were also given a special briefing on the rehabilitation facilities of the SRC, which are designed specifically with the needs of patients suffering from problems such as cardiac conditions, obesity, diabetes, neurological and psychiatric disabilities and sports injuries in mind.

Donors and their families on a guided tour of the Sports Centre

Over 1,700 guests turned up and enthusiastically participated in every event. To keep them entertained, flute bands from Sultanabad, Darkhana, and Alyabad in their cheerful uniforms performed with regular intervals. "Excellent arrangements", remarked several guests. The band's performances kept everyone entertained till the end. The occasion was also graced by donors from Hyderababd and overseas. "Now we know that our money has been well spent ", was overheard from a donor from abroad.

The guests thoroughly enjoyed their lunch while relaxing in the garden. Stalls, selling gift items and AKU souvenirs were also put up and the proceedings from the sale were contributed to the Patient Welfare Fund of the Hospital.

The day ended with a marathon on the jogging track which was appreciated by the guests. Prizes were then given to the winners of all the competitions. After spending a fun-filled day at the Centre, the donors and their families left for home at dusk with a renewed sense of accomplishment, vigor and zeal.

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