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      A shocking report reveals that a massive sports facility project in Pakistan, closed for two years due to lack of funds, continues to incur expenses, particularly hefty salaries for project staff. In January 2024 alone, over eight lakh rupees (PKR 891,988) were claimed in salaries, raising serious concerns about financial mismanagement.   While details are unclear, the project director received a staggering PKR 344,585 in salary, despite the project's closure. Additionally, ten other staff members were paid varying amounts, with some receiving less than the minimum wage set by the Labor Department.   This news exposes a potential misuse of public funds. A closed project should not be accumulating such high expenses, especially when salaries exceed minimum wage requirements for some employees.     #PakistanCorruption #SportsScandal #Accountability #PublicFunds #MinimumWage #Transparency #InvestigateKP #PakistanCorruption #SportsScandal  

    PESHAWAR - Daily wage employees and coaches fired by the Provincial Sports Directorate in July 2023 are facing threats and intimidation in their ten-month-long fight for reinstatement and unpaid salaries.   Reports allege that some Directorate officials are threatening these sacked staff members, claiming they will not be rehired. This comes amidst accusations from the officials that the fired employees are causing them disrespect and inconvenience due to their efforts for reinstatement.   "We are being called everywhere to answer for your actions," some officials reportedly told the coaches and daily wage employees.   The situation appears to be one of retaliation, with the officials blaming the sacked staff for their own troubles arising from the dismissal.   Further exacerbating the situation, some Directorate officials are accusing the coaches of leaking information to the media, labeling it a "shame" for the department. This tactic aims to

    PESHAWAR - The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Sports Directorate has come under fire for its alleged lack of transparency regarding player selection and fee structure at the Muazullah Khan Cricket Academy, the province's only official cricket academy.   Despite a two-month wait, the Directorate has not provided a list of players enrolled in the academy, raising concerns about potential favoritism. It is estimated that over 400 players train there, with more than half receiving free training.   Reports suggest these fee exemptions are granted based on connections with Directorate officials, allowing beneficiaries to receive extended training hours while paying players face limited time slots. The standard fee of three rupees reportedly offers minimal training time, leaving many underprivileged children unable to afford proper training.   Further muddying the waters, players from private clubs are also allegedly practicing at the academy, some even being touted as po

    Syed Zahir Shah, President of KP Hockey Association, addressed journalists in Peshawar, outlining the following key points:   PHF Elections Scheduled for 2026: Shah confirmed that the Pakistan Hockey Federation elections will be held in 2026, adhering to the standard four-year term.   Focus on Upcoming Tournament: A team selection process for the Azlan Shah tournament is underway, led by Chief Selector DGPSB and representatives from the Pakistan Olympic Association.   Legally Elected Body Syed Zahir Shah emphasized that the 2022 elections were conducted legally under the supervision of former secretary Haider Hussain and Olympian Rahim Khan, with verification by the Election Commissioner. He dismissed claims of needing new elections.   Respectful Disagreements: Regarding a petition filed against him, Shah acknowledged the petitioner's right to disagree but highlighted their long-standing positive relationship.   Performance Matters: Selection for the natio

    PESHAWAR - Despite the official closure of the Moazullah Khan Cricket Academy, young men affiliated with various clubs have been seen practicing cricket on the grounds designated for archery at the Peshawar Sports Complex. This unauthorized activity is causing disruption and concern for female archery players who use the facility.   The players, who haven't participated in provincial or national-level competitions, reportedly don't pay fees to the Provincial Sports Directorate. Additionally, their practice violates a directive prohibiting access to the complex before Eid.   Adding to the confusion, the players are not utilizing the designated cricket academy. Their presence disrupts archery practice and raises safety concerns due to a previous incident of damaged archery equipment, allegedly caused by a footballer.   The audacity of these unauthorized players suggests potential backing from within the Provincial Sports Directorate, further fueling concerns abo

      Peshawar ,   Legendary squash coach Mohibullah Khan has spoken out about the challenges facing aspiring squash players in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. While praising the government's efforts in building courts, Khan highlighted the financial burden of equipment on players from underprivileged backgrounds.   Khan, a former world No. 2 himself, pointed out the drastic increase in the cost of squash balls and rackets, making it difficult for children to even start playing. He emphasized Pakistan's rich squash talent pool but warned that lack of resources is hindering its development.   The interview also touched upon the distractions of mobile phones and the crucial role of academies like the Pakistan Air Force in nurturing talent. Khan expressed his disappointment with former squash player Ali Amin Gandapur's shift to politics, lamenting the missed opportunity for support at the government level.   Mohibullah Khan, currently working as an honorary coach, is activ

      In January 2024, the Project Management of the Provincial Sports Directorate in Peshawar claimed the acquisition of more than 184,000 stationary sports facilities. According to documents filed with the Accountant General Office in Peshawar, expenditures included 145,000 rupees for transport repairs and 100,000 rupees deposited to Pakistan State Oil for fuel security. Additionally, 85,000 rupees were claimed during the same month.   #SportsDevelopment #Peshawar    

    In a concerning development, the 1000 sports facilities project, aimed at revitalizing sports infrastructure in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, received a disconcerting sum of three hundred and thirty-two thousand six hundred and forty-six rupees from the Accountant General Office in November 2023. This allocation, supposedly for the monthly fuel expenses for October 2023, has raised eyebrows and questions regarding financial management.   According to insiders from the Provincial Sports Directorate, disbursements in November 2023 included over twenty-eight thousand rupees for transport repairs and sixty-two thousand rupees for stationery for the sports projects.     However, what catches the attention is the dubious allocation of thirteen thousand rupees labeled as TADA for one official, and a staggering sixty-nine thousand rupees for unspecified purposes within the sports facilities project, along with eighteen thousand rupees for a GIS specialist.   A mere thousand rupees unde

      In a bid to unearth hidden table tennis talents across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Prime Minister of Pakistan launched a groundbreaking talent hunt program at the iconic Peshawar Sports Complex. The initiative aims to scout for promising players from diverse regions, bolstering the province's sports landscape.   Officially kick-started at a ceremony in December 2023, the program promises trials in five regions, offering aspiring athletes a platform to showcase their skills. Notably, the Vice Chancellor of Peshawar University emphasized the Higher Education Commission's pivotal role in nurturing new talent, ensuring opportunities beyond Peshawar.   Following a brief hiatus due to Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr festivities, the regional table tennis competition commenced at the Arena Hall of Peshawar Sports Complex. Rana Mashhood, Advisor to the Prime Minister and former Punjab Sports Minister, reiterated his commitment to implementing successful sports policies nationwide

      Rasul Shah, a dedicated administrator at the Sports Foundation of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate, has been enduring financial strain for over ten months as he awaits his overdue salary. Despite diligently fulfilling his duties, Shah finds himself in a distressing predicament where his essential wages remain unpaid.   The Sports Foundation, established within the Provincial Sports Directorate to uplift athletes' welfare, employed Shah as an administrator on a fixed salary. Despite his years of service, Shah's financial entitlements have been neglected due to resource constraints. His fixed salary, intended to be sourced from the monthly revenue of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Foundation, remains outstanding. This financial allocation, earmarked during the Awami National Party regime, was designated not only for the administrator's salary but also for extending financial aid to athletes upon request, underscoring its critical role in supporting players&#

    LCDs have mysteriously vanished from the office of the labor union at the Pakistan Sports Board and Coaching Center in Peshawar, a hub of sports activities. While the incident has prompted investigations, the identity of the involved employee remains undisclosed, raising questions about accountability and security measures.   Sources within the Pakistan Sports Board reveal that security officials have flagged the recent disappearance, triggering an immediate probe. Security cameras positioned within the premises have further fueled the investigation. The employee suspected of involvement has been dispatched to the Islamabad headquarters for interrogation. However, the individual's identity remains shrouded in secrecy, indicating internal efforts to contain the situation.   Furthermore, inquiries have extended to the watchmen regarding the missing LCDs from the employees' association office. Statements have been obtained from both current and former employees, yet

      The Sports Directorate in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa appears to be heavily reliant on deputation staff, with 10 employees occupying key positions. These employees were assigned these roles during a supervisory period and have remained in them ever since.   Reports allege that Shah Fazil, a Grade 18 officer, holds the combined responsibility of Director Development, Project Director (1000Ground Initiative), and additional powers for the Sports Foundation Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including DDO authorities encompassing Transport Maintenance and the Union Council Project.   Similarly, other Grade 18 and 17 officials are said to be occupying positions like Director IT (Syed Muhammad Zahid Shah), Deputy Director Sports (Miftah Ismail), Regional Sports Officer (Salahuddin), Assistant Director (Taimur Khan), and District Sports Officers (Sadiqullah and Sadiq Ahmed). Even lower-rung positions seem to be impacted, with Grade 16 officers like Shah Hussain (Director Accounts) and Muhammad Sho

      The provincial sports directorate has allowed the deterioration of the open-air gym within the 1000 sports project, adjacent to the Muazullah Khan Cricket Academy. The contractor responsible for the football field and tartan track has neglected maintenance for three months, rendering the gym machines unusable. Despite the passage of time, neither the contractor nor project management has taken steps to rectify the situation, leaving the gym and climbing facilities, named after Ali Sadpara, in disarray.   The neglect extends beyond just the gym equipment. The climbing wall's side walls are broken, and plans for its reconstruction remain unfulfilled. Additionally, essential safety features like anchors on the climbing wall have vanished without any intervention from the provincial sports directorate.   The repercussions of this neglect are evident. The once-prestigious cricket academy now suffers due to adjacent disrepair, with increased foot traffic exacerbating th

    PESHAWAR - The installation of lights at Arbab Niaz Cricket Stadium remains unresolved after four years of silence. The issue? A surge in international market prices for the originally chosen, specific-design lights. This has led to additional installation costs in the crores (tens of millions) to meet ICC standards.   Sources report that the project was initially planned with a specific style of lights, but details were not released. Additionally, a previous proposal by the former DG Sports to outsource the project was withdrawn.   Currently, the estimated cost for ICC-standard lights, including taxes, is around seventy crores, which the provincial government is struggling to afford.   However, there is hope.   Following the Umrah and Eid holidays, the new Sports Advisor for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is expected to announce a clear action plan to address the lighting issue.   #Peshawar #Cricket #StadiumLights

      PESHAWAR - Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's newly appointed Sports Advisor has announced plans to establish a sub-office within the Provincial Sports Directorate. This move aims to strengthen oversight and monitoring of sports activities across the province.   Following the Eid holidays, the advisor will officially begin operations within the directorate building. Their focus will extend beyond monitoring, encompassing the development and advancement of provincial sports initiatives.   Sources within the Sports Directorate have revealed that the advisor will also receive a comprehensive briefing on ongoing development projects. While the exact date remains unspecified, this meeting is expected to take place within the directorate building sometime in the coming month.   #KP #SportsDevelopment #Peshawar

    PESHAWAR - While approval of a PC1 document by the Provincial Sports Directorate has brought temporary relief to daily wage employees who were laid off since July 2023, the lack of transparency surrounding the document has caused further anxiety.   Employees report that a previous PC1 submitted last year covered their salaries until June 2024. However, the newly approved PC1 is silent on the duration of employment.   Sources within the Sports Directorate suggest that under the previous PC1, daily wage employees, including coaches, might only receive one month's salary. Some departments have assured their employees of receiving arrears, while coaches are reportedly being offered a monthly salary of Rs. 32,000. This raises concerns about the remaining nine months of unpaid wages.   If the new PC1 is indeed for a shorter period (March to June 2024), these employees would face unemployment again after June, coinciding with the end of the government's financial yea

      PESHAWAR - Daily wage employees of the Provincial Sports Directorate face a frustrating wait for their salaries, despite verification being complete. With Eid approaching next week, their anxiety grows as a decision on their pay remains elusive.   Sources within the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate reveal inconsistencies in payments. While some sections have received salaries, others remain entirely ignored. Employees are told salaries will be released after verification by the Sports Advisor.   Favoritism seems to be at play. Certain sections, deemed to be "in the good book" of officers, have received assurances of receiving several months' worth of pay. Others are told they'll only get one month's salary due to termination.   Adding to the confusion, employees allege an officer forced 294 daily wagers to sign termination papers before being appointed as a "special car officer."   If all workers were terminated, why were sel

     Following Eid-ul-Fitr, Peshawar is gearing up for a flurry of sports activities, including special people's games and inter-school competitions, announced Jamshed Baloch.   The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Department of Sports revealed plans to launch a series of sporting events in the provincial capital post-Eid-ul-Fitr. A meeting, presided over by Sports Advisor Jahan Bakht, discussed the preparations with officials like DG Sports Abdul Nasir and Deputy Director Jamshed Baloch in attendance.   The upcoming sports extravaganza will encompass various regions of the province, promising ample opportunities for budding athletes, highlighted Deputy Director Baloch. Among the anticipated events is the Super League, featuring teams from across the nation, to be held at venues like the Hayatabad Sports Complex and Gymkhana Cricket Ground.   In a bid to foster inclusivity, the itinerary includes inter-school games and the Special People's Games. The latter will showcase athlet

  Employees residing in Provincial Sports Directorate residential quarters and Shahi Bagh Football Grounds face sudden eviction orders. Employees of the Provincial Sports Directorate in Peshawar, Pakistan, have been met with outrage after receiving sudden verbal orders to vacate their residential quarters. These employees, some of whom have lived there for many years, claim they were given no explanation for the eviction. The news has sparked frustration, with employees calling the move "oppression" and "abuse." They point out that the administration itself houses employees from other departments in the Provincial Sports Directorate hostel, who reportedly receive free utilities while paying no rent. The employees are demanding transparency and a clear explanation for the evictions. They argue that while some officials enjoy subsidized housing, they themselves are being unfairly forced out of their homes. #EvictionWithoutNotice #SportsDirectorateControversy  

      The Hayatabad Sports Complex in Peshawar currently stands as the pivotal sporting hub under the auspices of the Provincial Ministry of Sports. Operating under the Provincial Sports Directorate, it serves as a primary revenue source, contributing approximately four to ten million rupees annually. Conversely, the Qayyum Sports Complex, nestled in Peshawar Sadar, remains another financial backbone for the Directorate.   As discussions brew over the future landscape of sporting administration in Peshawar, questions arise regarding the potential bifurcation of responsibilities. Will the Peshawar Development Authority (PDA), entrusted with citywide development projects, establish a dedicated cricket department akin to Shahi Bagh? Notably, various sporting venues, including the Shah Tahmas Football Stadium and Arbab Niaz Cricket Stadium, fall within the jurisdiction of Town One, further complicating the administrative landscape.   Moreover, looming uncertainties persist rega

      In a bid to assume control of the Hayatabad Sports Complex ahead of schedule, the Peshawar Development Authority (PDA) has initiated talks with the Provincial Sports Directorate. Asserting financial constraints, the PDA has urged the Provincial Chief Minister to transfer ownership of the complex to them, citing the intention to finance its upkeep through generated revenue. Sources from the Ministry of Sports indicate a preliminary approval from the Chief Minister, pending a formal briefing slated for next week.   The Provincial Sports Directorate officials are anticipated to present details to the Chief Minister, who also chairs the Board of Governors of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa PDA.   The complex, initially handed over to the Provincial Sports Directorate, witnessed a return due to concerns of misuse. Following extensive refurbishments costing billions, it emerged as a hub for various sports activities.   However, PDA's recent plea for ownership transfer comes amid

    Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa - A journalist in Peshawar is locked in a battle for transparency with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Department. Musarrat Ullah Jan, a citizen with a keen eye for accountability, has accused the department of failing to respond to multiple RTI requests submitted since 2022.   Jan, exercising his right under the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Right to Information Act, has filed numerous online applications seeking information from the Sports Department. Disappointingly, all requests have been met with silence. This lack of response not only hinders Jan's journalistic endeavors but also raises concerns about the department's commitment to openness and public scrutiny.   The RTI applications pertain to various aspects of the Sports Department's operations. Specific details remain undisclosed due to the pending nature of the requests. However, Jan's pursuit of information highlights the potential for a larger issue of secrecy within the depart

    Pakistan's Prime Minister's ambitious nationwide talent hunt program, promising to unearth sporting stars with funds ranging from 85 lakh to a crore rupees allocated to universities across the country, is facing mounting criticism.   Transparency Concerns:   University Choice: Bypassing established sporting institutions like the Pakistan Sports Board and provincial Directorates in favor of universities, which often grapple with corruption challenges, has raised eyebrows.   Missing Metrics: The program boasts "talent hunts," but a crucial question remains unanswered: How many genuinely new talents have been identified? Critics fear universities might simply be re-registering existing players.   Lack of Oversight: The Prime Minister's office entrusting universities with significant sums without robust oversight mechanisms fuels concerns about potential misuse of funds.   Silent Stakeholders: National sports associations, responsible for pla

      Landi Kotal , After shocking videos and photos surfaced online, sports circles are fuming over the misuse of millions of rupees in public taxes. What was meant to be a footsal ground at Government High School Lindi Kotal now resembles a swimming pool, raising serious questions about accountability.   The viral footage shows stagnant water covering the entire ground, rendering it unusable for its intended purpose. This misuse of funds allocated for the "1000 Sports Facilities" project by the provincial sports directorate has sparked outrage.   Reports suggest that around five million rupees were invested in this project. However, the ground remains uninaugurated and in a deplorable state.   Sports associations have lamented the blatant disregard for proper planning and execution. They point out that the contractor not only failed to complete the ground but also ignored the lack of interest in football in the area.   Calls for action are growing louder

      PESHAWAR - After months of uncertainty, the Sports Directorate Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has finally resolved the issue of Daily Wage employees and coaches. The reinstatement comes after nearly 300 employees, including coaches like cricketer Aziz Khan (JJ) and volleyball coach Asif Akhtar, faced dismissal in June 2023.   The news brings relief to many who faced financial hardship and emotional distress during the period. The dedication of Sports Advisor, Secretary Sports, and DG Sports in securing the appointments is highly appreciated by the reinstated employees.   This positive development ensures continued support for athletes and the smooth functioning of the Sports Directorate.   #KPSports #Resolved

    Provincial sports coaches can finally exhale as payday approaches! Although their official appointments are yet to be announced, they’re slated to receive their long-awaited salaries next week. For some, this has been a five-to-six-month wait, despite their dedicated efforts.   But hold on, there’s an intriguing twist! A crackdown on “ghost employees” is in full swing. Apparently, these phantom workers have been cashing in on daily wages while comfortably lounging at home or even telecommuting from the cozy abodes of sports directorate officials. Talk about a freeloaders’ haven! Fortunately, legitimate daily wage earners can expect their dues before Eid-ul-Fitr.   Inside sources at the Sports Directorate also suggest that politically appointed staff members are feeling the pressure. Daily wage employees with dubious connections are allegedly seeking refuge with their political leaders, hoping to safeguard their positions. It seems Eid won’t be the sole cause for celebrati