IHPL CONTROVERSY: ORGANISERS UNDER SCRUTINY AFTER PLAYERS ALLEGE NON-PAYMENT; QUESTIONS RAISED OVER SPORTS COUNCIL’S ROLE
By Public TV News Desk
Srinagar, Nov 2 — What was promoted as a promising cricket tournament in Jammu & Kashmir, the Indian Himalaya Premier League (IHPL), has taken a controversial turn after several participating players alleged non-payment of dues and mismanagement by the event organisers.
According to sources and player testimonies, more than 70 players, including local and outstation participants, have claimed they were not paid as promised after the completion of the tournament. Many also alleged that the organisers have now “gone untraceable”, reportedly leaving for Delhi.
The allegations have sparked a wave of concern among the cricket fraternity, as players question how such an event was permitted and supervised.
While there has been no official confirmation of fraud or any FIR filed so far, players have urged the authorities to investigate the financial and administrative aspects of the tournament.
Speaking to Public TV, one of the participants said, “We were assured payments and accommodation. After the final matches, the organisers delayed payments and eventually disappeared. We just want transparency and justice.”
The controversy has also brought the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council under public scrutiny. Observers have raised questions over the lack of due diligence and oversight. It remains unclear what level of permission or support was extended to the organisers and whether standard verification procedures were followed.
A senior official from the Sports Council, when contacted, said the matter is being looked into and any findings will be made public after internal verification.
Legal experts note that if any financial irregularities are proven, the organisers could face action under sections of the IPC related to cheating, breach of trust, or misrepresentation.
The incident has once again highlighted the need for stronger regulatory oversight in privately organised sports events in the Union Territory.
Public TV will continue to monitor developments in this case and follow up with both the affected players and the authorities concerned.
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