In a significant development within the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Devajit Saikia has been appointed as the Acting Secretary following the departure of Jay Shah, who assumed the role of ICC Chairman on December 1, 2024. The decision to appoint Saikia was made by BCCI President Roger Binny, who utilized his constitutional powers under clause 7(1)(d) of the BCCI constitution to delegate the functions of the secretary to Saikia on an interim basis. This role will remain with Saikia until a permanent secretary is selected through the proper processes outlined in the BCCI rules and regulations.

Saikia, a former first-class cricketer and the Advocate General of the state, brings with him a wealth of experience in both the cricketing world and legal circles. His appointment comes as the cricketing body navigates this transitional phase. Saikia was present at the recent ICC meetings held in Dubai, an indicator that he was a potential candidate for the role. He is expected to hold the position of Acting Secretary until September 2025, after which a permanent secretary will be appointed.

Roger Binny, in his communication to Saikia, expressed confidence in his abilities to handle the responsibilities of the role with proficiency. Binny wrote, “The president shall, in the event of vacancy or indisposition, delegate the functions to another office bearer until the vacancy is duly filled up or indisposition ceases.” This ensured that Saikia would have full support in his temporary tenure.

Saikia takes over at a pivotal time, following the significant departure of Jay Shah, who had been the BCCI Secretary since October 2019. Shah’s leadership marked several achievements, with one of the most notable being his role in conducting the IPL 2020 amid the challenges posed by COVID-19. Under Shah’s leadership, BCCI also focused heavily on improving domestic cricket and ensuring that women's players received equal match fees to their male counterparts.

Shah’s tenure also highlighted the growth of the sport in India, as he worked to bring about greater reforms and improvements in various sectors of the cricket board. Shah famously credited his involvement in conducting the IPL 2020 despite the pandemic as his biggest achievement. In an interview with Times of India, Shah explained how the BCCI successfully created an isolation bubble for the tournament, showcasing the board’s capacity to function even during a global crisis.

With Devajit Saikia now at the helm as Acting Secretary, the focus will shift to maintaining the smooth functioning of the board and continuing the work left by Shah. Saikia’s leadership will be critical in ensuring that the processes and operations within BCCI continue seamlessly until a permanent secretary is appointed.

The appointment also raises questions about the future of governance within the Indian cricket board and the potential impact of these leadership transitions. As the ICC Chairman role and the BCCI Secretary position continue to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Saikia handles the responsibilities in the interim period and whether he will become a contender for the permanent position.

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