Georgian PM, Tbilisi Mayor unveil multifunctional sports centre in Didi Dighomi district

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze on Thursday unveiled a multifunctional sports centre in the Didi Dighomi district of the capital city.

In the history of independent Georgia, such a large project - a multifunctional sports space - has not been implemented before. This is the first of its scale in the region as well [...] this space will soon serve our capital’s population”, Kaladze said.

The Mayor added the facility featured two swimming pools, two basketball courts, and dedicated areas for gymnastics, boxing, wrestling, and a variety of fitness activities.

Additional amenities include a media library, a café, rest areas, saunas, and underground parking. Kaladze emphasised the centre was designed to accommodate up to 10,000 visitors each month.

The Mayor also addressed residents over the age of 60, saying they would have access to free services as part of the centre's programmes.

The total cost of the project is ₾17.18 million ($6.31mln).