I would no doubt need the good wishes and support of the entire nation and welcome suggestions, inputs, and organizational tips in nurturing and grooming the talent of our youth from the grassroots’ levels. The opinions of the hockey lovers will indeed be a strength I can count upon to bring hockey back to its past glory.

I am a firm believer in the immense potential of my fellow countrymen who have been setting enviable milestones in various disciplines and walks of life, including sports. I also believe that the success of a nation, company or institution lies in group dynamics and teamwork through which miracles occur. To attain this goal, I will try my utmost to inculcate and encourage team spirit among all the stakeholders in this game.

With your support, I would do my best to meet the challenges of this national responsibility to give hockey a new identity. This will require a major paradigm shift towards corporatization of the game with an overhaul of all match/league formats, improvement and expansion of infrastructure and introduction of matrix management concept -- along with the implementation of other multi-dimensional strategic initiatives -- to achieve a fine mix of short-term quick fixes and long-term measures.

I am confident that together we will achieve our desired goals.

With best regards and Season’s Greetings.

TARIQ KIRMANI
President, P.H.F.