Sports Crisis in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 12 Sports Complexes De-notified, Directorate Shifts Blame

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In the heart of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a storm is brewing over the fate of its budding athletes. A promising vision to nurture talent and promote sports has been marred by bureaucratic negligence and alleged financial mismanagement. The tranquility of the region is now overshadowed by the growing controversy surrounding the de-notification of 12 sports complexes.

The tale begins in the scenic Lelonai area of Shangla, where a sports complex, once a beacon of hope for local youth, was abruptly de-notified in 2023. The decision, attributed to the Deputy Commissioner of Shangla, was justified by persistent issues plaguing the project since its inception in 2014.

However, this was not an isolated incident. A report by the Sports Directorate of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa revealed that 12 sports complex projects were scrapped during the 2023-24 period. The report, however, remained conspicuously vague about the exact locations, fueling speculation and unease among the public. Sources suggest that these decisions were largely made during the tenure of the caretaker government, affecting areas like Mera Kachori, Battagram, and others.

In Battagram, the situation took a particularly contentious turn. The land earmarked for a proposed sports complex became a battleground for disputes. Allegations surfaced that the Project Directorate of the Thousand Sports Project, citing a lack of funds, bypassed the Secretary of Sports and obtained approval from the former Director-General of Sports. This was despite the Finance Department having already allocated funds for the project.

The matter was brought to the assembly by Taj Muhammad Khan, a member of the provincial assembly from Battagram. He not only deemed the de-notification illegal but also demanded action against those responsible and recovery of the financial losses. The case has now been referred to the standing committee.

Meanwhile, the Sports Directorate of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa finds itself entangled in 14 court cases. In a surprising turn of events, the directorate absolved itself of any responsibility in the de-notification decisions, placing the blame squarely on the Deputy Commissioners of the respective districts.

These decisions have cast a long shadow over the future of sports development in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The province's athletes, already grappling with a dearth of basic facilities, now face the added challenge of canceled sports complex projects. This has not only demoralized the athletes but also sparked outrage among sports enthusiasts and public representatives.

Calls for immediate clarification and transparent investigations have echoed throughout the region. The public demands accountability and action to prevent the misuse of funds and land. They seek a renewed commitment to promoting sports and nurturing the talents of their youth.

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