Sports Ministry directs Hockey India to probe allegations of harassment and intimidation
The Indian Sports Ministry has ordered Hockey India to investigate allegations of harassment and intimidation within the federation. The directive follows complaints from former captain Asunta Lakra regarding institutional misconduct and the protection of accused officials.
Why it matters
Government intervention in sports governance highlights the growing pressure on national federations to address internal workplace safety and accountability.
The Sports Ministry has taken cognisance of complaints against Hockey India (HI) officials and directed the federation, through president Dilip Tirkey, to investigate the allegations.
“It is requested that the issues raised in Ms. Asunta Lakra’s email may be placed before the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) constituted by HI under the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, for its consideration and appropriate action, and the outcome of the same may be shared with this Ministry,” read the communication.
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