Serious Questions Raised Over Swabi Hockey Turf: Installed Turf Found Damaged and Defective from the Start

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Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digitial Creator

Serious concerns have emerged over the hockey turf constructed in Swabi, reportedly found damaged, cracked, and defective at the time of installation. Under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, information has been formally requested from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate, District Sports Office, and district administration of Swabi regarding the project’s construction, funding, and current status.

The RTI request seeks to clarify when the Swabi hockey turf was built and the total funds allocated for the project. It also asks for a detailed budget breakdown, funding sources, and relevant financial year information, to determine how public money was spent on the project.

The request further seeks information on the company or contractor responsible for the turf installation and the source of the turf. Of particular concern is whether the turf was new or previously used, and whether proper quality checks were conducted at the time of procurement or installation.

According to sources, the turf was observed to have visible cracks, raised joints, and multiple damaged areas during installation, raising safety and quality concerns. Despite these issues, the turf was declared complete and left for use, prompting questions about oversight and accountability.

The RTI request also demands the current status of the turf, including whether it is still usable, whether any repairs have been made, and, if it is partially or fully damaged, who bears responsibility for its condition.

Further questions include details of the turf’s inauguration, including the date, officials present, and any available photographs or event programs.

Another critical point is the supervision during installation. The RTI asks for the names and positions of supervising officials, as well as whether any technical experts or engineers inspected the turf during installation to ensure compliance with quality standards.

The request also seeks information on the officer from the Engineering Wing who approved the project, along with any post-installation inspections by teams or officials and their findings.

Additionally, the RTI asks for a full copy of the project’s PC-1 document, which should include the project’s objectives, costs, timelines, and technical specifications, in order to assess whether the project was completed according to the original plan.

Sports community members have emphasized that if the turf was indeed installed defective and damaged from the start, it not only represents a waste of public funds but also raises concerns for player safety and the development of hockey in the region.

The focus now is on how the relevant authorities respond within the legal timeframe, and whether accountability measures will be taken regarding project quality, supervision, and use of public funds.

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