Citizen Demands Transparency in Peshawar Youth Affairs Budget Through RTI Request

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A citizen has submitted a Right to Information (RTI) request to the District Youth Affairs Officer in Peshawar, demanding clarity and accountability regarding the utilization of funds allocated for the fiscal year 2024-25. The application raises concerns about underutilization, discrepancies, and the lack of transparency in the management of the Youth Affairs Department's budget.

The RTI seeks answers to several pressing questions:

Budget Details and Expenditures

The total budget allocated for Peshawar's District Youth Affairs Department for 2024-25.

The amount released so far and the total expenditures made.

The reasons behind the gap between released funds and actual expenditures.

Program Funding

Clarification on the use of Rs. 2,836,000 for specific programs or activities.

Details of where Rs. 4,199,641 has been spent so far.

Underutilization and Strategy

Reasons for underutilization of funds and steps being taken to ensure timely utilization of the remaining Rs. 10,070,140.

The department's strategy to improve budget utilization in the future.

Youth Development Programs

A list of programs launched for youth development in Peshawar and the number of beneficiaries.

Measures to ensure funds are spent on impactful programs addressing the real needs of the youth.

Accountability and Public Reporting

Availability of public reports or audit details related to program expenses and outcomes.

How the public can access budget-related details.

Involvement of Youth

The role of local youth organizations in planning and implementing programs.

How youth feedback is integrated into planning.

Equity in Distribution

Efforts to ensure equitable distribution of programs across all areas of Peshawar.

Special provisions for underprivileged or underrepresented youth.

Future Planning and Impact Assessment

 

Metrics used to assess the success of youth initiatives.

Steps being taken to address growing youth needs in education, skill development, and employment opportunities.

This RTI request highlights growing concerns about transparency and effective utilization of public funds meant for youth development in Peshawar. The citizen's initiative underscores the importance of accountability in ensuring that budget allocations directly benefit the younger generation and address their pressing needs.

The response from the Youth Affairs Department will reveal whether they are committed to transparency and fulfilling their mandate for youth empowerment.

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