NOWSHERA: A traditional Tanga race, involving horses and horse-drawn carts, was held on Sunday, November 1, in Pabbi Tehsil of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Nowshera district, drawing large crowds of spectators onto roads across the area.
According to local sources and videos circulating on social media, an unusual surge in traffic was witnessed on various roads in Pabbi and Nowshera, particularly along the Grand Trunk (GT) Road. A large number of people turned out to watch the race, causing severe traffic congestion and disruption.
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The videos show motorcycles, cars and other vehicles sharing the roads with horses and horse-drawn carts as spectators gathered to witness the traditional sporting event.
The event was not a formal competition held at a professional racecourse but rather a locally organised traditional horse race in which local residents participated by bringing their own horses.
An unfortunate incident also occurred during the race when two motorcyclists were injured after being struck by a horse-drawn cart. The injured motorcyclists were immediately taken to hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment.
It is worth noting that bull racing is among the more popular traditional sports in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Such events have previously been held in several cities, including Swabi and Nowshera, attracting thousands of spectators.
