Roger Binny, the President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has appointed Devajit Saikia as the interim secretary of the board following the departure of Jay Shah, who has recently taken over as the Chairperson of the International Cricket Council (ICC). This decision was made under Binny’s constitutional authority, allowing him to delegate responsibilities in case of a vacancy.
Appointment details
Saikia, who previously served as the BCCI’s joint secretary, will assume his new role temporarily until a permanent secretary is appointed. Binny’s authorization, communicated directly to Saikia, cited Article 7.2 (d) of the BCCI constitution, which allows for such delegation during periods of vacancy or indisposition. However, it remains unclear whether Saikia’s appointment will last until the next scheduled elections in September or until a new secretary is officially elected.
In his letter to Saikia, Binny expressed confidence in his abilities, stating, “I am confident you will perform the duties to the best of your abilities and with aplomb.” This transition comes at a crucial time for the BCCI as it navigates various administrative challenges.
Background on Devajit Saikia
Devajit Saikia is a former first-class cricketer from Assam and currently serves as the Advocate General of the state. He has a background in cricket administration and played a significant role in representing BCCI at recent ICC meetings, including attending the ICC board meeting in Dubai where Shah was officially appointed.
As Saikia steps into this interim role, he is expected to maintain continuity in operations while the BCCI prepares for upcoming elections and addresses any immediate administrative needs. The cricketing community is keenly observing how this leadership change will impact India’s cricket governance in the coming months.