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    Great news for swimmers in Peshawar! Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's sports advisor, Adil Khan, directed the Adil Khan swimming pool to extend its operating hours from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm to better serve the public during the hot summer months. This extended schedule will allow more people to enjoy the pool and stay cool. The advisor also emphasized the importance of addressing the concerns of the pool's employees, many of whom are daily wage earners facing financial difficulties. Let's hope these extended hours and improved working conditions for staff make the Adil Khan swimming pool a vibrant community hub this summer!   #KPKSwimming #SummerFun #PublicService #PeshawarLife #SupportLocal #BeatTheHea  

    Pakistani hockey player Sufyan from Bannu received a two million rupee award from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister for his performance in the recent Azlan Shah Hockey Championship. However, the decision has sparked controversy as his teammate, Zakaria Hayat from Mardan, who also hails from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and played a key role in the same championship, was not awarded anything. Sports circles have expressed concern about this alleged favoritism, highlighting the importance of the Provincial Sports Directorate providing the Chief Minister with complete information on all players representing the province in the national team. This, they believe, would ensure fair recognition and prevent discrimination. While acknowledging the Chief Minister's support for hockey players, critics point out the disheartening exclusion of Zakaria Hayat. They urge the Chief Minister to address this issue and ensure equal recognition for all deserving players.   #KPKHockeyAward #KPKH

  Despite Cameras and Security, Unknown Individuals Break Target for the Fifth Time   Peshawar ,   Unknown individuals have vandalized the archery target located at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Sports Directorate in Peshawar for the fifth time. This act of vandalism raises concerns about security measures at the sports complex, especially considering the presence of cameras and security personnel. Archery players arrived for training yesterday to discover the broken target. They reported the incident to the Peshawar Sports Complex administrator, Jafar Shah. This is the fifth time the target has been broken, causing financial losses of Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 20,000 each time. Sara Khan, Secretary of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Archery Association, expressed disappointment. She revealed that previous instructions to install barbed wire around the target area, issued by both the association and the Directorate General, were not implemented. Sources allege that most cameras at the com

  Peshawar's iconic Lala Ayub Hockey Stadium is plagued by issues once again. Just a year after its reconstruction by the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) Islamabad at a cost exceeding twelve crore rupees, the wooden goal posts are already in a state of disrepair. This rapid deterioration raises serious concerns about the construction quality.   The PSB's Deputy Director, Shahid Islam, had visited Peshawar to address these concerns, but there have been no further updates or actions taken. The state of the stadium is a slap in the face to Peshawar's passionate hockey community and hinders the development of the sport in the region.   #FixLalaAyubStadium #PSBAccountability #SupportPeshawarHockey   Let's hold the PSB accountable and ensure our sporting infrastructure is built to last!  

  Unresolved Salary Issue for Coaches and Daily Wagers at Provincial Sports Directorate   Hundreds of coaches and daily wage employees who were laid off by the Provincial Sports Directorate a year ago remain in limbo as the new fiscal year approaches. Despite promises from the Chief Minister and approval of a new project (PC1), they haven't received their outstanding salaries or guarantees of future employment.   Hundreds of coaches and daily wage employees were dismissed in June 2023. The Chief Minister kp announced salary disbursement in June 2023, but it hasn't materialized. PC1 approval for the new fiscal year offers hope, but its impact might be felt only in 2024-25. Many employees haven't received salaries for months, causing hardships. Uncertain Future for Affected Staff The situation has caused mental stress for the coaches, while daily wage employees face financial difficulties. Some employees received partial payments before Ramadan, but under st

    Peshawar ,   In a thrilling showcase of skill and determination, the Peshawar hockey team emerged victorious at the Inter-District Hockey Tournament held at the Lala Ayub Hockey Stadium. Peshawar clinched the championship trophy with a resounding win against FATA, dominating the scoreboard with an impressive nine goals! Leading the charge, Samir scored four goals, while Umar and Salman each added two more. Salim contributed one goal to Peshawar's total. FATA's Samiullah and Shehzad managed to score one goal each in a valiant but ultimately unsuccessful effort. Ex IGP and Chairman of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Hockey Association, Saeed Khan, attended as the Chief Guest, along with other Provincial Hockey Association officials, interacting with the teams and celebrating the players' achievements. Muhammad Waqas served as the tournament director, with Qaiser Wadud and Farman officiating the match. The winners and runners-up received trophies and medals, while the Chars

    A recently released seniority list for drivers in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate exposes concerning irregularities. While Muhammad Ilyas leads the list with 38 total drivers, only nine are assigned to the DG Sports office. Driver Shortage: The Directorate appears to face a significant driver shortage, with some positions filled by non-drivers like gardeners (Malis) and Class IV employees. Personal Driver Usage: Some officers reportedly employ personal drivers whose salaries are paid by the government, raising concerns about resource misuse. Salary Discrepancies: The report suggests drivers working for officers in other departments receive salaries from the Sports Directorate, potentially indicating payroll irregularities. These findings raise serious questions about transparency and accountability within the Directorate. The shortage of qualified drivers and the alleged use of government funds for personal drivers suggest mismanagement. Further investigation

    Peshawar's iconic Lala Ayub Hockey Stadium is facing a major crisis. Just one year after its completion, reports of substandard construction are coming to light. The playing surface is uneven, water fountains are malfunctioning, and even the wooden goalposts are damaged. Despite these issues, the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) and the Provincial Sports Directorate remain silent on the matter. Even during construction, concerns were raised about the project. Ms. Rasheed Ghaznavi, the former director of the provincial sports directorate, flagged the non-standard construction materials. However, her warnings were overlooked. The contract was awarded to a Canadian-born doctor who completed the project in record time – one year instead of the planned six months. However, speed came at the cost of quality. The provincial hockey association pointed out the uneven turf and substandard goalpost nets. The Lala Ayub Hockey Stadium was built with public money, a staggering Rs 12 cro

  Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province is gearing up to host under-23 sports competitions in the last week of May. However, the initiative faces a major hurdle: lack of funding. The provincial sports directorate has allocated a mere one lakh rupees (approximately $600 USD) for trials across twenty games, with only five thousand rupees allocated per game. This meager allocation raises concerns about the feasibility of conducting proper trials. Some sports associations have expressed difficulty covering expenses on their own, especially considering the directorate hasn't provided grants or aid for the past three years. The situation is further complicated by the silence of some district sports officers on the issue. These competitions hold significance as they mark the return of sporting events at the under-23 level after a hiatus of over two decades. The initiative is being held under the directive of the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.   #KPKUnder23Games #Spor

    Unknown individuals uploaded sexual images and internal data of the Provincial Sports Directorate to the website kikxnow.com. The website also contained information about important personnel in various sports facilities. Journalist Musratullah Jan, who is trained in mobile journalism, discovered his photos and data on the website. He, along with the Sports Directorate, filed a complaint with the FIA Cybercrimes department. The Peshawar Press Club is also investigating the matter. Sources from the Sports Directorate believe insiders are involved as the leaked data was only accessible to a select few. The website has since been taken down. Sports Directorate officials suspect the website was hacked, but some believe insiders uploaded the data due to their access to the internet and the Directorate's website. The FIA is investigating to identify the culprit who purchased the domain and uploaded the data. Additionally, the Sports Directorate is looking into previous Right

    Peshawar, Pakistan - The Baizai people, residing near the Pak-Afghan border, have come together to demand government action to address the issues they face. A Jirga, a traditional tribal assembly, was held in Peshawar with 30 members participating. The leaders discussed the problems plaguing their community, including: Lack of government attention: The Jirga expressed disappointment that the Baizai tribe, affected by wartime devastation, has been neglected by the government. Displacement and destruction: The resettlement of displaced Baizai people and the reconstruction of their war-torn infrastructure, including houses, schools, and healthcare centers, have not been addressed. Educational opportunities: The Jirga called for a more accessible admission system for Baizai students in cadet colleges. The Jirga members, led by malik nadir Baizai, vowed to raise their voices on these issues at every platform, including meetings with national and provincial assembly members. Th

    Peshawar - Rising star Muhammad Jawad has been selected for the Peshawar U-19 cricket team! The talented spin bowler, who hails from Peshawar and has been honing his skills at the Muazullah Khan Cricket Academy within the Peshawar Sports Complex, has impressed selectors with his abilities. This is a well-deserved achievement for Jawad, and cricket fans in Peshawar are excited to see him contribute to the team's success. #PeshawarCricket #RisingStar #U19Cricket #MuazullahKhanAcademy #SpinBowling #PakistanCricket

  PESHAWAR: PSB Coaching Center Peshawar Academy, situated at the Muhibullah Squash Complex, stands as a beacon for nurturing the future champions of squash. Under the diligent guidance of Pakistan Sports Board coach Shahzad Muhib, the academy has been instrumental in honing talent at the grassroots level, marking significant strides in its mission. With a fervent dedication to developing skilled players, the academy boasts an impressive enrollment of 50 to 60 youths, all driven by a passion for the sport. These budding athletes, mentored by seasoned coaches, not only excel nationally but also leave a mark on the international stage, bringing pride to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Pakistan. Shahzad Muhib, in his address to the media, underscored the academy's commitment to gender equality, ensuring both boys and girls receive equal opportunities for training and competition. Led by the expertise of former world squash champion Muhibullah and renowned coach Parvez Ali, alongside the n

  Peshawar, Pakistan - The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate's plan to organize U-23 regional sports competitions has come under fire from various sports associations in the province. These associations have raised concerns about transparency, selection processes, and the overall focus of the event. The primary criticism centers on a perceived lack of transparency. Associations claim they were not consulted in the planning stages and are unaware of the criteria used to select the specific sports included in the competitions. They question whether these choices align with Olympic standards or represent arbitrary decisions. Concerns have also been raised regarding the potential favoritism towards established athletes. Associations suspect these competitions might benefit players who have participated in previous events, hindering the development of new talent. Some associations allege that previous sporting events conducted by the Directorate involved external contractors a

    Peshawar put on a commanding performance at the Inter-Regional Hockey Championship, defeating the Charsadda team 10-0 at the Lala Ayub Hockey Stadium. The Peshawar players dominated the game from the start, with Sameer opening the scoring followed by a goal from Salman. Saleem then took control, netting two goals in quick succession. The scoring spree continued with Salahuddin, Imad, and Tawheed adding their names to the scoresheet. Peshawar wasn't done yet, with Saleem and Sameer each grabbing another goal in the closing moments of the match to seal the emphatic victory. Charsadda struggled to find any momentum throughout the game, failing to convert any of their scoring opportunities. This win showcases Peshawar's strength in hockey and will undoubtedly boost their confidence as the Inter-Regional Championship continues. #PeshawarWins #KPKHockey  

    Peshawar, Pakistan - The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate announced plans to revive regional sports competitions for U-23 athletes after a break of approximately one and a half years. The announcement follows directives from the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Details regarding the U-23 competitions, including the specific timeline, are yet to be revealed. In the interim, the Directorate is conducting separate Men's and Women's sports competitions across various locations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. These ongoing competitions feature nine different sports for women and will see participation from 770 athletes. The Men's competitions will likely mirror the Women's events with the addition of throwball, bringing the total number of participating athletes to an estimated 1078. Specific details regarding the Men's competitions will be announced closer to the U-23 games. This revival of sporting events is a welcome sign for athletes in Khyber Pakhtunk

    PESHAWAR - The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Sports Directorate's website, http://sports.kp.gov.pk/, has come under scrutiny for its outdated content and lack of transparency. Concerns were raised about the absence of recent updates, including photos of the new Director General, Abdul Nasir Khan, and pictures showcasing recent sporting events. Additionally, the website continues to display photos from the 2023 National Games held in Quetta and information about events scheduled for 2023 in Kalaya Orkazai. Another cause for concern is the website's inaccurate information regarding district annexations. Clicking the button for details on these annexations reportedly leads to an error message. Similarly, contact information seems to be malfunctioning, with users encountering errors when attempting to access it. Social media activity from the Directorate General's account appears to be stagnant as well. The last tweet reportedly dates back to October 2023 and wasn&#

    Sources within the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate allege irregularities in a recently compiled salary list. The list reportedly includes individuals who have not been employed by the Directorate and haven't performed any duties. Reports claim the list contains names of coaches and physiotherapists who lack official employment or service records. These inclusions raise concerns of favouritism towards individuals with connections to certain officers. Several officials within the Directorate have reportedly raised objections to the list, urging Director General Sports Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to investigate the legitimacy of these names.   The investigation aims to verify whether these individuals have genuinely fulfilled any duties before receiving salaries #KPSportsDirectorate #SalaryGats.  

  The price of cricket kits at the Moazzam Khan Cricket Academy, a provincial sports directorate managed facility, has been inflated to a staggering Rs.22,000! This marks an unjustified increase of Rs.8,000 from the previous price of Rs.14,000.   Sources allege that these privately produced kits are being sold at exorbitant prices through connections within the academy, with individuals profiting a hefty Rs.8 per kit. This profiteering scheme exploits the passion of young cricketers and their families.   Previously, a suggestion to procure kits directly through the sports directorate and offer them at a reasonable price was met with silence.   Now, with the academy reopening after Eid, the inflated price of Rs.22,000 is seen as blatant exploitation of aspiring cricketers. #KPK #CricketKitScam #PicketingCricketers    

    Trials for hockey players in the under-23 age group will be held today in five districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa - Peshawar, Nowshera, Charsadda, Khyber and Mohmand. The trials will be conducted at 4 PM and will be supervised by specially formed committees. The Provincial Sports Directorate of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is organizing hockey trials for under-23 players today (Friday, May 10th, 2024) in five districts: Peshawar, Nowshera, Charsadda, Khyber, and Mohmand. The trials will be held at 4 PM at designated locations:   Peshawar: Lala Ayub Hockey Stadium Nowshera: Hockey Ground Charsadda: Abdul Wali Khan Sports Complex Mohmand: District Sports Complex (location to be specified) Khyber: District Sports Complex (location to be specified) Committees have been formed to oversee the selection process, which will be based solely on merit. Selected players will form the regional under-23 hockey team. #U23HockeyTrials #KhyberPakhtunkhwa #Peshawar #Nowshera #Charsadda #Khybe

      A troubling incident unfolded at the Peshawar Sports Complex, shedding light on security vulnerabilities and concerns regarding the behavior of certain cricket players towards a female archery coach and young archers.   Reports indicate that two individuals, purportedly cricket players, disregarded instructions to relocate to the cricket academy and instead confronted a female coach within the archery area. Displaying disrespectful behavior, they asserted their entitlement to use the facilities, despite lacking proper registration or fee payment. Efforts by officials to address the situation were thwarted as the individuals absconded before they could be apprehended.   Subsequent investigations revealed the unauthorized entry of these individuals, casting a shadow on the complex's security protocols. Moreover, suspicions arose regarding potential collusion within the provincial sports directorate, enabling recurrent unauthorized access and misconduct by certain in

  Trials to select the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa gymnastics team for the upcoming 53rd National Championship were held at the Provincial Sports Directorate. Gymnasts from various districts across the province participated under the watchful eyes of coaches Sabz Ali and Shamsur Rehman. Adnan Khan, Osama, Amrullah, Mansoor, Shahab, and Alyan impressed the selection committee and secured their spots in the provincial team. These gymnasts, training at the Peshawar Sports Complex, excelled in six different events during the trials. The 53rd National Gymnastics Championship will be held in Lahore from May 3rd to May 6th, featuring teams from all over Pakistan. #KPKGymnastics #NationalChampionship  

      Hope for an inclusive sporting event in Hayatabad has been tainted by allegations of organizer misconduct. The organizer reportedly attempted to secure a spot for themselves in the competition meant for special needs athletes.   Sources claim the organizer approached Zwar Noor, a special employee of the Provincial Sports Directorate, requesting participation in the competition. While Zwar Noor initially acknowledged the request, he later denied any involvement, blaming another individual named Ashfaq. This inconsistency raises concerns about transparency and fairness in the event's organization.   These actions paint a disturbing picture of potential bias against the intended participants – special needs athletes. The competition's purpose is to celebrate their talents and dedication, not provide a platform for organizers to exploit.   #HayatabadGames #InclusionMatters #FairPlay #DisabilitySports #Pakistan   #HayatabadGames #InclusionMatters

        Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chief Minister extended a gesture of support and appreciation to swimmers during the inauguration of a new swimming pool by personally awarding them with financial rewards. On the auspicious occasion, three swimmers showcased their skills in the freshly minted pool.   Following their impressive display, the Chief Minister met with the swimmers and presented each of them with a commendation of 500 rupees, symbolizing encouragement for their dedication and talent. Additionally, he honored martial arts performers with a ceremony, distributing 1000 rupees among them. Amidst the celebration, players gathered around the Chief Minister, capturing moments with selfies, signifying a shared spirit of achievement and camaraderie.   This gesture underscores the commitment of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's leadership to bolstering sportsmanship and recognizing the efforts of aspiring athletes.   #CMKPK #KP #Peshawar #Pakistan #Swimmers #Incentives #Sport

      Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chief Minister, Ali Amin Gandapur, lauded the inauguration of a state-of-the-art squash court at the Hayatabad Sports Complex, marking it as a significant enhancement. The Chief Minister, a former squash player himself, expressed enthusiasm for the potential of the new four-glass court to elevate the squash scene in Hayatabad.   During discussions with Secretary of Sports, Matiullah, and Sports Adviser, the Chief Minister emphasized the importance of fostering national-level competitions. Secretary Matiullah promptly informed him of ongoing plans to host inter-provincial competitions starting May 28th. The Sports Adviser highlighted the multifaceted benefits of this initiative, noting its capacity to showcase provincial talent and foster cross-provincial connections among players.   Expressing his endorsement and appreciation, the Chief Minister commended the efforts and congratulated the team on their proactive approach to promoting squash in

   After a hiatus of about four months, the installation of shade-providing roofs for fans at the Peshawar Sports Complex finally commenced in connection with the reconstruction of the Provincial Sports Directorate. However, the process took a troubling turn when the contractor, identified after the prolonged delay, abruptly halted the work. For four months, the site languished with scattered iron slag, disrupting progress.   Resuming work after the recent Eid festivities, concerns arose regarding the contractor's methods. Complaints emerged regarding the welding of net bolts at two separate locations. Shockingly, the contractor opted to weld iron bars directly instead of constructing proper fixtures, raising eyebrows among project supervisors from the Provincial Sports Directorate's engineering wing.   In a perplexing move, cement blocks were hastily installed atop the welded iron bars, deviating from the project's outlined procedures. Furthermore, separate eleme