KARACHI: Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has initiated an inquiry against alleged illegal and unlawful activities of Pakistan Padel Federation (PPF).
The Corporate Crime Circle, Karachi FIA, has informed M Mateen of PPF that they are conducting a probe (Enquiry NO. ENCECCC-KH1-18/26) against the PPF upon a complaint submitted by advocate Javed lqbal.
“The subject Enquiry is being conducted by Inspector M Arif of the FIA Corporate Crime Circle, Karachi, vested with powers under Section 5(5) of the Federal Investigation Agency Act, 1974,” stated the letter.
The letter explained that during the course of enquiry it has come on record that the alleged illegal and unlawful activities of the said organization which include: organizing national tournaments without obtaining NOCs or permissions from the competent authorities; collecting money for personal gain, taking a team on an international tour to Qatar without permission from the Government of Pakistan and the Pakistan Sports Board; receiving sponsorship funds and additionally charging players under various pretexts: using fake and fabricated documentation to falsely show registration with the International Padel Federation (FIP); threatening players and clubs with court action and police complaints; spreading false information and harassing legitimate stakeholders; opening and operating bank accounts on the basis of fake and fraudulent FBR registration allegedly created in 2017, when Padel had no organized existence, infrastructure, or presence in Pakistan; thereby committing financial irregularities: launching a smear campaign against the newly formed and government-approved Pakistan Padel Federation: and illegally charging clubs annual fees for registration, which can only be charged by duly registered and recognized associations.
“It is evident that you are fully acquainted with the facts and circumstances surrounding the said matter. You are, therefore, hereby directed to appear in person before the Enquiry Officer on April 2, 2026 at FIA Corporate Crime Circle and produce the relevant documentary evidence for the finalization of the enquiry,” stated the letter.
The agency has asked M Mateen to bring record with him against the said allegations which includes: complete details of all tournaments organized along with copies of NOCs/permissions obtained from competent authorities; record of all funds collected from players, clubs, and sponsors, including receipts and ledgers; details and approvals regarding the international tour to Qatar, including correspondence with relevant authorities; sponsorship agreements and record of amounts received and disbursed; proof of registration with the International Padel Federation (FIP), including all supporting documents; copies of all communications issued to players and clubs, including any legal notices or complaints; details of all bank accounts operated, along with account opening forms, statements, and supporting documents; record of FBR registration, including NTN certificate and related documents; details of fees charged from clubs, along with legal justification/authorization for such charges; list of your employees (Organization Stature); and any other relevant record supporting your position against the allegations.
