Budget Allocation for Peshawar Horse Riding Club Raises Questions
PESHAWAR - The allocation of 180 million rupees in the provincial
Annual Development Program (ADP) for a horse riding club in Peshawar has
ignited controversy. While horse riding enthusiasts may be excited about the
new facility, the hefty price tag has sparked questions about the project's
purpose and beneficiaries.
Critics of the project point to the lack of clarity
surrounding the number of horse riding enthusiasts in Peshawar. They question
whether such a significant budget allocation is justified, particularly when
the needs of young athletes in other sports remain unaddressed.
Furthermore, there are concerns that the project may be
motivated by political interests rather than a genuine desire to promote sports
development. Some allege that the allocation is intended to benefit a prominent
politician with a passion for horse riding, raising concerns about favoritism
and misuse of public funds.
The allocation has come as a blow to young athletes who rely
on government funding for scholarships, training programs, and competitions.
These athletes feel their dreams are being sidelined in favor of an exclusive
club catering to a limited audience.
The broken promises of nurturing talent and promoting sports
development leave a bitter taste for coaches and aspiring athletes. They point
to unfulfilled scholarship programs and a lack of support for athletes at the
grassroots level.
The project has also drawn criticism for potentially
reflecting mismanagement within the provincial bureaucracy. Coaches lament the
prioritization of a niche project over the core needs of young athletes who
represent the future of sports in the province.
The Chief Minister's discretionary spending on the club,
allegedly neglecting the critical requirements of youth sports development, has
further fueled public discontent.
Stakeholders have called for greater transparency and
accountability in budget allocation. They urge the government to prioritize the
development of a broader sports infrastructure that benefits a wider range of
athletes.
The Peshawar Horse Riding Club saga serves as a stark
reminder of the importance of responsible budgeting and the ongoing struggle to
empower the next generation of sports stars in Pakistan.
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