Inactive Sports Committee Raises Concerns Over Safety Standards and Policy Execution in KPK
Delayed Announcement and Inaction Hinder Effective Implementation of KPK's Sports Policy
By Musarrat Ullah Jan
Peshawar , Startling
revelations have surfaced regarding the lack of progress in implementing Khyber
Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province's sports policy, which places a strong emphasis on
safety and risk management. Despite the provincial government's announcement of
a Sports Management Committee in 2018, the committee remains inactive, raising
serious concerns about oversight and safety standards.
The Provincial Sports Management Committee, intended to
provide strategic guidance and recommendations to the Department of Sports, has
failed to fulfill its obligations since its establishment. The committee was
entrusted with administering the Provincial Sports Fund, categorizing sports
facilities, setting standards, and collaborating with other agencies to promote
sports throughout KPK.
Regrettably, reports indicate that the committee has not
been operational, leading to inadequate implementation of programs for public
engagement in sports and international competitions. Community sporting
organizations, schools, individuals, and national sports bodies have been
deprived of the financial and technical assistance they were supposed to
receive based on established criteria.
Furthermore, the committee's responsibility to establish
legislation and codes of practice for housing developers, institutions involved
in sports and fitness training, and safety in sporting facilities has been
disregarded. This oversight raises significant concerns about the overall
safety standards maintained by sports facilities across the province.
Stakeholders and sports enthusiasts express deep disappointment
and call for immediate action to rectify the situation. The urgent need for an
active and committed Provincial Sports Management Committee is stressed to
effectively implement the sports policy, ensure compliance with safety
standards, and provide essential support for sports and physical activities in
KPK.
Moreover, the lack of attention given to character building,
addressing issues faced by sportspersons, and preventing drug abuse in sports
remains a grave concern. The committee was meant to advise the government on
these critical matters, but its inaction has left athletes and their well-being
unattended.
It is imperative for the KPK government, sports authorities,
and relevant stakeholders to promptly address this situation by announcing and
activating the Provincial Sports Management Committee. This step is crucial to
uphold the principles of the sports policy, prioritize athlete and participant
safety, and foster a culture of excellence in sports and well-being throughout
the province.
As the public awaits swift action from the authorities, the focus remains on KPK's sports sector. Urgent measures are necessary to ensure safety, strengthen oversight, and effectively execute the existing policies, ultimately safeguarding the well-being of all involved.
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