Devajit Saikia Appointed Interim Secretary of BCCI as Jay Shah Takes ICC Role
Devajit Saikia Appointed Interim Secretary of BCCI Following Jay Shah’s ICC Appointment
In a significant development at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), President Roger Binny has appointed joint secretary Devajit Saikia as the interim secretary of the board. This move comes after Jay Shah, the previous secretary, assumed the role of independent chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), necessitating a leadership change at the BCCI.
BCCI’s Interim Secretary Appointment Explained
The decision to appoint Saikia as interim secretary was made using Binny’s special powers under the BCCI constitution. According to Article 7.2 (d), the president is empowered to delegate the functions of an office-bearer if there is a vacancy or indisposition, until the vacancy is filled or the indisposition ceases.
While Saikia will take over as secretary on an interim basis, the exact duration of his tenure remains unclear. It is uncertain whether this arrangement will last until the BCCI’s next election cycle in September or until a new secretary is elected. Binny’s authorisation for Saikia has been communicated directly to him, with no formal notification sent to state associations.
The Impact of Jay Shah’s ICC Role
Jay Shah’s transition to the independent chairman position at the ICC required him to step away from his role as secretary of the BCCI, as ICC regulations prevent any individual from holding a position in a member board while serving as an independent chairman. This created the need for an interim secretary to maintain the smooth functioning of the BCCI.
Devajit Saikia’s Role and Responsibilities
Saikia, who recently represented the BCCI at the ICC Board meeting in Dubai on December 5, will now have full signing authority and will oversee the duties of the BCCI secretary in the interim period.
Key Details
- Interim Secretary: Devajit Saikia
- BCCI President: Roger Binny
- Previous Secretary: Jay Shah, now the ICC independent chairman
- Constitutional Basis: Article 7.2 (d) of the BCCI constitution
Looking Forward
The appointment of Saikia ensures continuity within the BCCI leadership during this transitional phase. The board and its stakeholders will await clarity on the timeline for the next election cycle. Stay updated with EchoCricket.com for further developments on the leadership changes at BCCI!
