Devajit Saikia elected new BCCI secretary replaces Jay Shah

Former Assam Cricter Devajit Saikia has been appointed as the new BCCI Secretary, Has replaced Jay Shah. This change in leadership comes as part of the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s internal restructuring. Saikia’s appointment marks a significant shift in the administration of Indian cricket, with many looking forward to how his leadership will shape the future of the sport in the country. Jay Shah, who had held the position for a while, will continue to remain a prominent figure in Indian cricket, but the new secretary brings fresh perspectives to the role. Which Was left vacant for a little over one month after jay shah took over the chairman’s position in the international cricket council

WHO IS DEVAJIT SAIKIA

Devajit Saikia is an Indian cricket administrator from Assam who has recently been appointed as the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Before this prominent role, Saikia was involved with cricket administration in the northeastern region of India, particularly in Assam.He began practicing as a lawyer at the age of 28 in the Gauhati High Court.Prior to his legal carrier,he had also secured jobs in the Northen Frontier Railways and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) through sports quotas His background and focus on grassroots development, along with promoting the game in less-explored areas, are expected to influence his approach as the new Secretary. Saikia’s appointment comes at a time when the BCCI is looking to continue expanding the reach and influence of Indian cricket both domestically and internationally.

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