Kohistan Lower Youth Programs Performance: More Events in 2024-25 Compared to 2023-24, Budget Changes Increase Costs, and Continuation of Gender-Biased Policy"

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The District Youth Office Kohistan Lower held more events in the first half of 2024-25 compared to the entire year of 2023-24, with a focus on national days and various cultural observances. According to the report, a noticeable increase in expenses has been documented for these programs. A total of ten events were held in 2024-25, most of which took place at Government High School Patan. These programs included Tree Plantation Day, Stability Day, Independence Day, Career Counseling, Naat recitation, and Kashmir Black Day, among others.

The costs for these events also saw a rise, with the report noting that when the budget was not approved, the prices for banners and flexes were lower, but once the budget was sanctioned, these prices increased significantly. For instance, a budget of 30,000 rupees was allocated for the purchase of trees for Tree Plantation Day, but it was not mentioned where these trees were planted.

The report further highlights that most of the events were held at educational institutions, focusing primarily on raising awareness about national days. However, there was a lack of clarity about the role of the education department in these events. Additionally, details about the use and distribution of purchased materials like banners and flexes were not provided.

Most concerning, however, is the continuation of the gender-biased policy of the District Youth Office Kohistan Lower. The report reveals that fewer opportunities were provided for girls, while more events and activities were organized for boys, reflecting a disregard for gender equality. This raises the question of whether these programs were truly aimed at youth development and environmental improvement, or if they were simply symbolic events.

The ongoing gender discrimination in programming suggests that the Youth Office is failing to implement policies of equality and inclusivity, ultimately hindering the full potential of youth, particularly girls, in the region.

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