Review of the Attempts of the Government for the Implementation of Whistleblower Laws in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (2016-22)

Abstract

This research study has explored that the KP Whistleblower Protection and Vigilance Commission Act of 2016 by PTI government is a positive step in progress towards increasing transparency and accountability in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. The study has highlighted the key provisions, safeguards for whistleblowers, the success extant, effectiveness and the main challenges that are facing by the commission for the successful implantation of the laws. Qualitative Research design has been adopted for the study with key informant interviews of PTI Provincial Assembly members both from ruling Party in government and opposition members along with the officials of the said commission. The study investigate that strong whistleblower protection laws are in an embryonic phase in the province and lots of threats and challenges are prevalent that has slowed down the effective implantation of the act in real spirit. Suggestions are offered for improvement to execute the laws in proper ways for good governance.