Qatar Sports Day Survey Goes Online

Doha, January 16 (QNA) - Qatar National Sport Day (NSD) electronic survey, now online, is seeking information and opinions from citizens on sports, event organisers said Wednesday. The survey available at www.sportday.qa gives participants the opportunity to express their opinions and ideas on the NSD to be observed February 12 in Qatar. People are encouraged to participate in the electronic survey, which can be accessed at the website by clicking the 'NSD Survey' button, located on the right hand side of the homepage, organisers said. An initiative adopted by HH the Deputy Emir and Heir Apparent Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the NSD is observed every second Tuesday of February in Qatar. Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) NSD Head of Media and Communications Sheikh Hamad Abdulaziz J. Al Thani said stressed the importance of public participation and said the NSD Survey is crucial in receiving valuable information from citizens regarding the sporting activities they plan to do on February 12. "Qatar is one of few countries worldwide to dedicate a day for sports. The NSD is a great opportunity to promote Sport for All and help the adoption of a healthy lifestyle. Everyone is welcome to participate," he said. The electronic survey features questions ranging from sports activities practiced to favourite sports and encourages all to submit their suggestions. Across the country, ministries, government departments, public and private sector organisations and sports clubs will be organising sporting activities for all on February 12, 2013. The event aims to create awareness about sports and its health benefits. (QNA)