Roger Binny, the President of the Board of Management for Cricket in India (BCCI), has appointed Devajit Saikia because the interim secretary of the board following the departure of Jay Shah, who has just lately taken over because the Chairperson of the Worldwide Cricket Council (ICC). This choice was made underneath Binny’s constitutional authority, permitting him to delegate obligations in case of a emptiness.
Appointment particulars
Saikia, who beforehand served because the BCCI’s joint secretary, will assume his new function quickly till a everlasting secretary is appointed. Binny’s authorization, communicated on to Saikia, cited Article 7.2 (d) of the BCCI structure, which permits for such delegation during times of emptiness or indisposition. Nevertheless, it stays unclear whether or not Saikia’s appointment will final till the following scheduled elections in September or till a brand new secretary is formally elected.
In his letter to Saikia, Binny expressed confidence in his skills, stating, “I’m assured you’ll carry out the duties to the very best of your skills and with aplomb.” This transition comes at an important time for the BCCI because it navigates varied administrative challenges.
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Background on Devajit Saikia
Devajit Saikia is a former first-class cricketer from Assam and at the moment serves because the Advocate Basic of the state. He has a background in cricket administration and performed a big function in representing BCCI at latest ICC conferences, together with attending the ICC board assembly in Dubai the place Shah was formally appointed.
As Saikia steps into this interim function, he’s anticipated to take care of continuity in operations whereas the BCCI prepares for upcoming elections and addresses any quick administrative wants. The cricketing group is keenly observing how this management change will affect India’s cricket governance within the coming months.
