Cricket Academies Boom in Peshawar, But Who Ensures Quality and Safety?
Private cricket academies and fitness clubs are mushrooming
across Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, raising concerns about quality, safety,
and adherence to the Sports Policy 2018. District Sports Officers (DSOs),
tasked with overseeing these establishments, seem oblivious to their
responsibilities, relying solely on government funds and neglecting their core
duties.
Problems:
Lack of oversight from DSOs leads to unregulated academies
and clubs, potentially compromising quality and safety standards.
No registration or inspection of facilities, leaving parents
and participants in the dark about the conditions offered.
Unclear fee structures and lack of awareness about who
monitors these clubs raise concerns about exploitation and unfair practices.
Why it matters:
Unregulated sports facilities could pose health and safety
risks to participants.
Unethical practices and unfair fees could disadvantage
athletes and families.
Ignoring the Sports Policy 2018 undermines its objectives of
promoting healthy activities and ensuring quality standards.
Call to action:
DSOs: Must actively fulfill their responsibilities outlined
in the Sports Policy 2018, including registration, inspection, and quality
control of private sports facilities.
Provincial Sports Department: Needs to hold DSOs accountable
and provide them with clear guidelines and resources to effectively monitor
private academies and clubs.
Parents and athletes: Should demand transparency and quality
assurance from sports facilities and report any concerns to the relevant
authorities.
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