Cholistan 9th desert jeep rally last leg underway

KILLA DERA/CHOLISTAN: The 9th desert jeep rally last leg in which 85 drivers including females for the first time taking part is underway on Sunday here, Geo News reported.

Mir Nadir Magsi driving a jeep inaugurated the final round of the 9th desert jeep rally at Killa dero here.

Sources said that a 215-kilometer long track has been made for the desert rally, where 85 drivers would be demonstrating their expertise in driving.

The rally had started on February 14, when the vehicles were technically checked in the first phase, qualifying round was held on February 15, while today is the last leg of the rally underway. For the first time two women drivers are also participating in this event.

The winner of the 9th desert jeep rally would be given an award of Rs2,00,000.

A large number of people gathered here to witness the rally that gave it a festive look. A cultural program depicting the desert culture was also held last night in which local artists participated and warmed up the environment with their fine performance.