Karachi Parsi Institute
gymkhana in Karachi
Karachi Parsi Institute (KPI), formerly known as Parsi Gymkhana or Zoroastrian Club, is a multisports club located in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. Established in 1893 by Parsi businessmen to promote education and social development within Karachi's Parsi community, the Karachi Parsi Institute has offered facilities and coaching for various sports, including cricket, football, hockey, tennis, badminton, athletics, and swimming.
Facilities
The complex comprises a recreational hall, swimming pool, pavilion, and sports facilities such as cricket ground and billiard room.
History
Soon after its establishment in the 19th century, the KPI became one of the liveliest Social Clubs of the city. Its cricket ground has also hosted first-class cricket matches of various seasons. This continued also after independence of Pakistan.
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