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Ali Bin Ali Holding celebrates Qatar National Sport Day 2020

Continuing the long-standing tradition, Ali Bin Ali Holding organized the 13th Ali Bin Ali Olympic Day on February 11, 2020. The annual event, held with the slogan ‘Together we work, together we play’, is a part of Qatar’s National Sports Day celebrations.

This year, the event was organized at the Sheraton Hotel Park, Doha, in a natural outdoor setting. Multiple games and activities were lined up for everyone to participate in.

ABA Holding employees from different levels and divisions of the Group attended the event, making it a perfect opportunity to mingle outside work and get to know each other personally.

In line with the motto of Qatar National Sport Day, the event highlighted the importance of staying healthy and engaging in physical activities through the year.

The day’s proceedings began with senior officials of the Group welcoming everyone and inaugurating the event. This was followed by various sporting activities and games for the employees. The eventful day ended with the distribution of prizes and a raffle draw.

Head of the ABA Olympic Day organizing committee, Mr. Mohammad Imran, said: “It is always a pleasure to organize the Olympic Day. Our Group has always believed in the importance of being healthy and encourages the staff to follow an active lifestyle. We are proud to be able to do our bit in supporting our nation’s endeavor in promoting sports and good health.”

 

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Ali Bin Ali Group celebrates National Sport Day

The 10th annual Olympic Day hosted by Ali Bin Ali (ABA) Group to mark Qatar’s National Sport Day was attended by more than 3000 employees and their families despite the weather playing spoilsport. The event took place at Al Arabi Sports Club, Doha, on February 14.

The ABA Olympic Day featured a wide range of activities and provided a great opportunity to the employees, who come from various cultural backgrounds and nationalities, to get together and mingle in a relaxed setting.

It also allowed them to learn about the importance of staying healthy through the year and engage in physical activities. There was some kind of activity for all age groups and the staff’s children, in particular, were seen having a great time.

The day’s proceedings began with senior officials of the Group releasing colourful balloons into the air and declaring the event open. This was followed by various sporting activities and games for the employees and their families.

Mr. Nabeel Ali Bin Ali, Vice-Chairman and EVP of Ali Bin Ali Group, attended the event and participated in the games. He confirmed his support to the nation’s initiative in promoting a healthy lifestyle among its citizens and residents and said, “We at Ali Bin Ali believe that a healthy body is a home to a healthy mind which increases an individual’s productivity. Sports and exercise should be a part of our daily routine.”

“As our Emiri Decree states, a healthy lifestyle should be encouraged. We have been celebrating the well-being of our employees and their families for the past 10 years by dedicating a whole day to sports and entertainment,” he added.

The head of the Organising Committee, Mr. Mohammad Imran, said they were happy about the turnout and level of participation and hoped that, true to ABA Group’s slogan ‘Together we work, together we play’, the employees had an exciting and fun day.

Recognising ABA Group’s commitment to fitness and sports, Al Arabi Sports Club presented a token of appreciation to the Group. Mr. Nabeel Ali Bin Ali received the prize from the club’s Vice-President, Mr. Jassim Al Kuwari.

The eventful day ended with the distribution of medals, prizes and a raffle draw.