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  A comprehensive staffing report has revealed that out of 497 sanctioned positions, a total of 393 posts are currently filled, while 104 remain vacant across the department. The report highlights the complete list of employees, including top-level officials, technical experts, administrative staff, and field workers. Among the senior officers actively serving are Rashida Ghaznavi (Additional Director General), Tashfeen Haider (Director General), and Niamat Ullah (Director), along with numerous other professionals including coaches, doctors, IT personnel, assistant directors, administrators, and more. Total Sanctioned Posts: 497 Filled Positions: 393 Vacant Positions: 104 Senior Officials (BPS-17 to 20): Rashida Ghaznavi, Tashfeen Haider, Niamat Ullah, Jaffar Shah, Muhammad Saleem Raza, and others. Support Staff (BPS-03 to 16): Hundreds of personnel serving as drivers, sweepers, malis, electricians, clerks, coaches, and chowkidars. The vacant positions span across nea...

  A detailed personnel list has been released by the department, outlining a total of 497 sanctioned positions, with 393 currently filled and 104 still vacant across various job grades and categories. The filled positions span senior management to field-level operational staff. The list includes notable names such as Rashida Ghaznavi (Additional Director General), Tashfeen Haider (Director General), and Niamat Ullah (Director). Below is a summary of the personnel actively serving in their respective roles: Senior & Mid-Level Officers (BPS 17–20) Rashida Ghaznavi, Tashfeen Haider, Niamat Ullah, Jaffar Shah, Shafqat Ullah Khan, Muhammad Jamshed, Nazia Zaki, Mohammad Ismail Khan, Asad Khan, Munir Abbas, Muhammad Saleem Raza, Amjad Iqbal, Shah Faisal, Wasif Ullah, Kashmala Inayat, Ishfaq Ahmad, Muhammad Uzair, Abid Ali, Jamil Khan, Haya Naz, Tahir Iqbal Khan, Munawar Zaman, Ibadullah Khan Technical & Administrative Staff (BPS 14–16) Sabir Rehman, Izaz Tariq, Amir Iqba...

    PESHAWAR, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – In a welcome step towards efficiency and transparency, the two-year transfer policy of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Secretary will put much-needed change in the provincial Sports Directorate. Although initial rollout has been stonewalled by interests, the fact that discrepancies are being revealed at all marks an important step towards a fairer, more dynamic public service. For far too long, a perceived "monopoly" by powerful officers and personnel in the Sports Directorate has resulted in stagnation, as some Grade 16 officers allegedly occupied the same posts for five years or more, usually with unauthorized extra responsibilities. This state of affairs, whereby "strong" staff members allegedly circumvented the Chief Secretary's memorandum while others were consigned to out-of-the-way postings, has raised eyebrows in terms of fairness and accountability. But the added public debate and scrutiny of these practices are now...

    Dir Balaa - A truly heartwarming and inspiring moment unfolded at the Dir Sports Complex during the ongoing Aman Sports Festival, as a dedicated segment of the event — the Special Games — was held to honor and uplift athletes with disabilities. These determined and talented special athletes from Dir Bala participated with extraordinary enthusiasm, proving once again that true strength lies not in the body, but in the spirit. From basketball to cricket, they showcased remarkable skill, passion, and resilience — earning rounds of applause and admiration from the audience. The event was formally inaugurated by Upper Dir District Sports Officer, Sadiqullah, with full support from the district administration and the local community — a strong gesture of unity and encouragement. To further honor these athletes, Alkhidmat Foundation Dir Bala graciously hosted a special lunch in their name — a gesture deeply appreciated by the participants. Many of the athletes expressed j...

  Dir Bala: The highly-awaited 4th installment of the "Aman Sports Festival 2025" got underway today with a colorful opening ceremony at the Dir Sports Complex. The thrilling event is being jointly organized by the Dir Bala District Sports Office and the District Administration Dir Bala. District Sports Officer Upper Dir, Sadiqullah, opened the festival by cutting the ribbon, kick-starting a month-long celebration of sportsmanship and community spirit. The opening ceremony was well attended by district administration officials, local dignitaries, and a large number of excited athletes. The festival, which is held at the Dir Sports Complex, includes an exciting lineup of competitions, including cricket, football, volleyball, basketball, martial arts, and gymnastics. These events will promise to give the youth a great platform for constructive activities, camaraderie, and sporting recreation. Speaking to the gathering at the ceremony of launch, DSO Sadiqullah said that th...

  Women's boxing trials for the Prime Minister's Youth Talent Hunt program held at Qayyum Sports Complex were severely mismanaged, inflicting deep disappointment and mental pain on scores of female boxers who came from far-flung areas. As per official reports, the trials were to go on from May 29 to June 3, 2025. But after just the opening ceremony on May 29, the trials were suddenly concluded on the same day, and the subsequent days were declared a holiday without notice. May 30 and 31, when the players came again to attend the trials, no officials were there, nor was any communication about the cancellation. The concerned players explained that they had given up examinations, other sport events, and personal appointments to take part in the trials, but the sloppy management made their efforts go in vain. Parents and coaches have called for the responsible individuals to be taken to task and demanded a repetition of free and fair trials. This scenario raises serious doubts...

  The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Sports Directorate has refused to disclose the funds allocated and expenses incurred for sports events held in collaboration with third parties—particularly those involving female athletes—even though a formal Right to Information (RTI) request was submitted by a citizen on March 25, 2025. The citizen from Peshawar posed several important questions to the Sports Directorate, including: How much funding was allocated for events organized with third-party collaboration? How much was spent on sports kits, shoes, and other essentials for female athletes? What amount was provided as TA/DA (Travel and Daily Allowance) to female players? How many district teams of female athletes participated in these events? What was the cost of media coverage for these events? Where were the female athletes accommodated, and how much did it cost? Despite the official RTI application, the Sports Directorate has yet to provide any response, raising serious que...

  The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Sports Directorate has refused to disclose the funds allocated and expenses incurred for sports events held in collaboration with third parties—particularly those involving female athletes—even though a formal Right to Information (RTI) request was submitted by a citizen on March 25, 2025. The citizen from Peshawar posed several important questions to the Sports Directorate, including: How much funding was allocated for events organized with third-party collaboration? How much was spent on sports kits, shoes, and other essentials for female athletes? What amount was provided as TA/DA (Travel and Daily Allowance) to female players? How many district teams of female athletes participated in these events? What was the cost of media coverage for these events? Where were the female athletes accommodated, and how much did it cost? Despite the official RTI application, the Sports Directorate has yet to provide any response, raising serious que...

  PESHAWAR – Daily wage employees working at the Adil Khan Swimming Pool, located within the Peshawar Sports Complex, have not received the additional payments promised to them over a month ago. The workers were assured they would be paid Rs. 1,000 per day if they agreed not to take their usual weekly days off on Saturdays and Sundays during the busy summer swimming season. These employees, reportedly numbering ten, had been taking weekends off previously. However, with the swimming pool attracting a large number of visitors during the warmer months, management requested them to forgo their off days in exchange for extra daily compensation. One worker, speaking on condition of anonymity, shared: "We were told that if we didn’t take leave on Saturdays and Sundays, we would be paid daily wages because of the high visitor turnout at the pool on weekends. We canceled our rest days, hoping to earn a bit more, but it's been more than a month and we haven’t received any payment...