Nepotism Allegations Surface in Prime Minister’s Talent Hunt Football Program for Females

Nepotism Allegations Surface in Prime Minister’s Talent Hunt Football Program for Females

Musarrat ullah jan

In an effort to promote new talent in sports and foster opportunities for young females, the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan launched the Prime Minister of Pakistan Talent Hunt Sports Program. However, the program is now embroiled in controversy as serious allegations of nepotism and unfair selection practices have been raised by aspiring female football players.

Female players from Charsadda, a district in Pakistan, have come forward to express their dismay over the alleged lack of merit-based selection in the football talent hunt program. According to four female players from Charsadda, the organizers claimed the trials were unbiased and based on merit, but in reality, they witnessed favoritism towards female players from Peshawar.

These players stated that the organizers had verbally assured them of selection but ultimately chose other candidates based on questionable criteria, leaving talented players from Charsadda overlooked and disheartened.
Speaking to Kikxnow, the aggrieved players highlighted the cultural challenges faced by female athletes in the Pashtoon community, despite their families supporting their sporting ambitions. They criticized the selection process, stating that it perpetuates injustice and unfairness, as their preferred players were chosen over deserving candidates.

The situation further escalated when female players from Bannu district raised concerns about the selection process. They alleged that players from different districts were selected but presented as representatives of Bannu, misleading the public about the representation of players from each region.

The controversy has gained momentum on social media, with some players threatening legal action against the organizers of the Prime Minister’s Female Football Talent Hunt Program. Additionally, there have been reports of discrepancies in team management details, raising questions about the transparency and integrity of the program.
As the talent hunt program was intended to be a beacon of hope for aspiring female footballers, these allegations of nepotism and unfair practices have cast a shadow over its credibility. The Higher Education Commission and the program’s management are now facing scrutiny to address these serious accusations and ensure a fair and impartial selection process in the future.