Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate: A Cycle of Corruption?

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Musarrat Ullah Jan – Kikxnow digital creator

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate is once again facing scrutiny, with new recruitments seemingly following the same old, non-transparent practices. Despite the dismissal of 297 employees last year, a new wave of hiring appears to be prioritizing existing and former staff, rather than seeking fresh talent.

According to sources, a disturbing pattern is emerging. Many employees, especially those based in Peshawar and Mardan, are reportedly ghost employees—they collect a salary but are rarely, if ever, seen on the field or in the office. This includes some coaches who are allegedly holding down double jobs, working at private gyms while still drawing a government paycheck. Even more astonishing, some government-salaried employees are reportedly working as salesmen in private stores, yet have been provided government accommodation. This situation is said to be particularly pronounced for those from the Chief Minister's constituency, who seem to be immune from questioning by senior officials.

The lack of oversight is further highlighted by the alleged practice of daily wage employees who work private jobs but are given government housing. Sources reveal that a portion of their government salary is given as a "gift" to their supervisors, ensuring a lack of a fixed duty schedule or any performance standards. This system of "understanding" essentially creates a network of corruption, where public funds are being used to subsidize private enterprises and personal gain.

While re-hiring experienced coaches and officials isn't inherently a bad idea, the key concern for sports circles is the lack of accountability. Without performance reviews and the enforcement of regular duties, this process will only continue to drain public funds and hinder the development of sports in the province. The main questions remain unanswered:

Why are "ghost employees" and those with double jobs tolerated?

Why are daily wage employees being provided with government accommodation?

Until the Sports Directorate provides clear answers and implements a transparent, performance-based policy, these new recruitments will be seen as yet another chapter in a long-running story of corruption.

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