The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) revealed on Friday that only nine out of 43 federations submitted their bank statements and audit reports for the financial year 2023-24.
In a bid to ensure transparency, the board had asked all federations to submit their one-year bank statements and audit reports.
Despite the clear directive, the majority of federations did not submit their statements, with only National Rifle Association of Pakistan, Pakistan Polo Association, Pakistan Wrestling Federation, Chess Federation of Pakistan, Pakistan Judo Federation, Pakistan Netball Federation and Pakistan Taekwondo Federation submitting both the required documents.
The directive is a part of PSB’s broader efforts to enhance financial accountability and governance within the sector.
Earlier on Wednesday, Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) implemented reforms aimed at increasing its control over National Sports Federations (NSFs).
The measures, introduced via three key notifications available on the PSB website, have sparked criticism from the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) and affiliated federations, who argue that these steps undermine their autonomy and contravene international norms.
The reforms include new election regulations, a Code of Ethics and Governance, and a Model Constitution for federations.
However, critics contend that the reforms violate international sports statutes and threaten the independence of federations.
The POA has been particularly vocal in its opposition, warning that these measures could lead to international repercussions.
“We were aware of what the PSB was planning. Although we have not yet received the official notification, all sports bodies have decided to seek advice from their respective international federations and will act accordingly,” said an official from one sports federation, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Faizan Lakhani Faizan Lakhani is Deputy Editor (Sports) at Geo News.