New Delhi, July 16 -- The Sports Ministry has directed the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to constitute a neutral, fair, and transparent committee to investigate the allegations made by former India women's hockey captain Asunta Lakra.

The ministry has also sought an explanation from Hockey India regarding the matter, signalling a closer examination of the federation's handling of the allegations, Sports Ministry sources told ANI.

Lakra alleged on Saturday that Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh threatened her after she raised concerns over alleged misconduct by Jharkhand coach Sudhir Gola towards female players in the team.

Lakra, who was part of the Indian team during the 2006 and 2010 Commonwealth Games and the Asia C...