What happened
Hockey India’s Ethics Committee has issued a show-cause notice to former India captain and Hockey India Executive Board member Asunta Lakra. The notice follows a complaint filed by Albela Rani Toppo from Jharkhand, who has alleged sexual harassment of girls and institutional intimidation linked to Hockey India officials and procedures.
The notice asks Asunta Lakra to respond by 30 July 2026. The notice refers to applications filed by Toppo with the Hockey India secretary general and cites documents dated 5 April 2026 and 9 July 2026.
Background and earlier position
Sports bodies often face scrutiny when internal committees handle complaints against their own office-bearers. In such situations, the credibility of the process depends on independence, access to evidence, and protection from retaliation.
What changed now
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