PSB seeks monetary data of PHF officers’ overseas journeys

The picture exhibits Pakistan Sports activities Board centre constructing. — APP/File

The Pakistan Sports activities Board (PSB) has formally requested an entire report of overseas journeys taken by the President and Secretary of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), together with particulars of the monetary bills incurred throughout these travels. 

This transfer comes amid rising issues over transparency and monetary accountability throughout the federation.

Based on a letter not too long ago despatched by the PSB to the PHF, the board clarified that it isn’t answerable for paying journey allowances (TA/DA) to gamers and officers throughout worldwide excursions — a accountability that lies solely with the federation itself. 

The letter particularly mentions the Nation’s Cup held in Malaysia, highlighting that regardless of receiving funds from the PSB final yr, the PHF has failed to supply any particulars on how these funds have been utilised.

The PSB famous that each verbal and written reminders had been repeatedly issued to the PHF management — together with the President and Secretary — however no passable response had been obtained. 

On Might 30, 2025, the PHF had admitted in writing that it had funds out there in its financial institution accounts; nonetheless, gamers nonetheless had not obtained their every day allowances.

On July 20, one other formal request for clarification was made, however as of now, no reply has been offered.

The PSB has emphasised that if the PHF is going through monetary difficulties, it should first submit correct accounting data. These ought to embody financial institution statements from the final six months, a full breakdown of the overseas excursions undertaken by the PHF President and Secretary throughout that interval, and the precise bills concerned.

Moreover, the PSB has requested for documentation associated to the institution of a brand new PHF workplace in Islamabad. This consists of the official approval of the chief board for organising the workplace, which the PSB now calls for as proof.