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Pakistan Hockey Players Demand Increased Allowances and Financial Stability

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The national hockey players of Pakistan, who once prided the nation with their performances on the international stage, are now facing a new challenge - off the field. They are struggling to make ends meet with a meager daily allowance of just Rs400 during training camps, leading to a burning issue that is set to be addressed in the upcoming Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) Board meeting. The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has urged the government to increase the domestic daily allowance to a substantial Rs3,000 per player per day, highlighting the stark contrast with players from other countries who are paid far better.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has requested the government to increase the domestic daily allowance to Rs3,000 per player per day, a significant jump from the current figure of Rs400.
  • The PHF is also advocating for the introduction of yearly contracts for the country's 25-30 leading players, aiming to ensure financial security and motivation to focus solely on the game.
  • Pakistan hockey players' current daily allowance of Rs400 is seen as "insulting" to elite athletes representing the national sport on the international stage.
  • The PHF has called for the government's intervention, highlighting the example of India's national hockey players who are given recognition and financial stability, enabling them to perform without distractions.
  • The federal government has directed the PHF to present a comprehensive roadmap for reviving the national sport, aiming for a full-scale renaissance of Pakistan hockey.

Statistics:

  • Current daily allowance for Pakistan hockey players: Rs400
  • Proposed daily allowance for Pakistan hockey players: Rs3,000
  • Number of leading players for whom the PHF is advocating yearly contracts: 25-30
  • Proposed daily allowance for Pakistani hockey players on foreign tours: $100

Sources:

  • "Pakistan Hockey Registering Rebound with "Best World Cup Performance’". (The reference to this source is not clear in the provided text)
  • A PHF official, as quoted by The News

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