The UPHA is the governing body for handball in Uttar Pradesh.It is officially affiliated with both the Handball Association India and the Uttar Pradesh Olympic Association.
  The Uttar Pradesh Handball Association (UPHA) is the recognized governing body for handball in the state of Uttar Pradesh, functioning under the Handball Association of India. With its head office at K.D. Singh Babu Stadium in Lucknow and a branch office in C-5 Bhama Kunj Shiv Nagar Colony Chandpur lohta.Varanasi , UPHA has been instrumental in organizing and promoting handball across various levels—from grassroots to international competitions.