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  Musarrat Ullah Jan , Digital Creator The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government’s flagship plan to construct one thousand sports grounds has turned into a case study of administrative failure, financial manipulation, and suspected corruption, with investigators already identifying irregularities worth at least Rs 230 million. Launched with much fanfare after an announcement by PTI founder Imran Khan, the project was approved in the 2018–19 fiscal year as a seven-year scheme titled “One Thousand Sports Grounds,” with a total allocation of Rs 5.5 billion. The objective was straightforward: to provide basic sports infrastructure across the province and promote youth participation in sports. Seven years on, the project has failed to meet its core targets. Instead of addressing the shortcomings, authorities first changed the project’s name, then granted financial clearance despite serious audit objections, and now face revelations of missing funds, undocumented payments, and vanished rec...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has clarified in its latest Term Rules 2025 that no individual is allowed to hold positions in two or more national sports federations or associations simultaneously. These rules, aligned with the National Sports Policy 2005, aim to strengthen governance, transparency, and accountability in the country’s sports administration. According to the new rules: Each individual’s tenure in a federation or association is limited to two terms of four years each, meaning a maximum of eight years in a single position. No person can hold positions in more than one federation at the same time. If someone is serving as president, secretary, or in any official capacity in one federation, they are not allowed to hold a position in another federation or association simultaneously. An exception exists only for the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA), allowing an individual to hold a position there in addition to...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan – Kikxnow Digital Creator In Pakistan, sports is more than just a field of competition; it is a mirror of the country’s governance culture. Behind the celebrations, medals, and local tournaments lies a quiet, often overlooked contradiction—one that could shape the future of every athlete striving for excellence. It is the question of leadership: who really holds the top seat in the country’s National Sports Federations (NSFs)? The President, officially recognized by law, or the Chairman, a position that many federations have elevated to supreme authority despite lacking formal recognition. Over 41 national federations and associations have submitted their constitutions to the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB). On paper, this suggests a functioning system of governance, with rules and structures meant to ensure accountability. But a closer look reveals a fragmented landscape. Some federations, like the Athletics Federation of Pakistan, list the President as the ul...

  MUSARRAT ULLAH JAN , KIXKNOW DIGITAL CREATOR Peshawar: A formal inquiry has been initiated against the Regional Sports Officer Kohat following serious allegations, on the directives of the Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to official sources, a two member inquiry committee has been constituted, comprising one officer each from PDMA and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate. The committee has been directed to submit a detailed report to the Chief Secretary within two months. The scope of the inquiry includes the procurement, distribution, and utilization of swimming gear and other sports equipment. Sources indicate that complete records related to the equipment are not available, while in several cases documentation is either questionable or missing. The inquiry committee will examine all financial and administrative aspects and determine whether rules and regulations were violated in the use of public resources. Government sources state that if the allegati...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator Islamabad: The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has temporarily suspended the President of the Chess Federation of Pakistan (CFP), Hanif Qureshi, Finance Secretary Raja Gauhar Iqbal, and General Secretary Omar Khan. The suspension will remain in effect until the completion of a full financial audit by the Auditor General of Pakistan (AGP). Meanwhile, all bank accounts of the CFP have been frozen. According to the PSB, the action comes in response to allegations of financial irregularities, constitutional violations, and unauthorized withdrawals of funds, made by both parties against each other. Raja Gauhar Iqbal claimed his suspension was unconstitutional, as it was issued without proper consultation with the General Body, which is mandatory under the CFP constitution. The President of CFP, Hanif Qureshi, alleged that Raja Gauhar Iqbal misused funds and facilitated the issuance of fake NOCs for international chess events. The PSB ...

Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has issued new rules to govern special assignments and financial management in the sports sector, aiming to promote transparency, accountability, and effective administration. The DG of PSB can invite or nominate individuals, with their consent, to participate in national-level events, meetings, committees, or other assignments of special significance. Selected athletes, coaches, or experts may receive allowances equivalent to officers in BPS-17 to BPS-21 for the duration of the specific assignment. These include travel, daily allowance, and airfare. Organizations receiving PSB grants must maintain financial records transparently and follow international best practices. All transactions must have at least two authorized signatories, with cash transactions limited to PKR 25,000. Annual independent audits are mandatory, and audited financia...

Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator The Pakistan Sports Board has introduced new rules for office bearers of National Sports Federations to improve transparency and governance in sports organizations. Key points of the new rules: An office bearer can serve a maximum of two terms (each term 4 years) in the same position, totaling up to 8 years. No office bearer can hold a position in another federation at the same time, except in the Pakistan Olympic Association. The maximum age to hold office is 70 years. After reaching this age, a person cannot continue in office. The highest position in a federation is President. No other titles like Chairman or CEO are allowed. Any vacancy will be filled through election, and the elected person will serve only the remaining term. Violations of the rules can lead to bans from holding office for 4 to 6 years, along with loss of benefits. A list of disqualified individuals will be published on the board’s website, and repea...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan, KikxNow , digital creator Khyber Pakhtunkhwa—In a stunning revelation, the KP Sports Directorate, an institution tasked with fostering sports and providing essential facilities for athletes, finds itself at the heart of a scandal involving the mismanagement and misuse of its vehicle fleet. A recent review sheds light on how public resources intended for departmental efficiency have been diverted or misallocated, raising alarming questions about governance and accountability within the organization. The KP Sports Directorate owns a total of twenty vehicles, yet a staggering eighteen of these are reportedly in the possession of individuals who either hold no official role within the Directorate or are former officials. This misappropriation not only hampers operational effectiveness but also reflects systemic failures in the administration of public assets. Among the vehicles are various models, including Suzuki, Toyota, and Isuzu. However, audit findings ...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow ,Digital Creator When a young hockey player from Bajaur picks up the phone to speak directly to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, it may sound like a small personal victory. In reality, it reflects something much larger. Mehran’s contact with Chief Minister Sohail Afridi over issues related to hockey facilities and FATA Games highlights both the promise and the persistent failures of sports governance in the former tribal districts. It is a moment that carries hope, but also demands accountability. Mehran’s concerns were simple, factual, and hard to dismiss. The condition of the hockey ground in Bajaur is poor. The artificial turf receives water for barely thirty minutes a day. There is no permanent ground man. Maintenance is irregular, and basic facilities that should be taken for granted are missing. These are not luxury demands. They are minimum requirements for any athlete who is expected to train, compete, and improve. The Chief Min...