Meet former first-class cricketer, appointed as BCCI secretary after Jay Shah’s departure

Devajit Saikia has been named the acting secretary of the BCCI by Board President Roger Binny, following Jay Shah’s elevation to the position of ICC President.

New Delhi: Devajit Saikia has been named the acting secretary of the BCCI by Board President Roger Binny, following Jay Shah’s elevation to the position of ICC President. Binny utilized his constitutional authority to appoint Saikia in a temporary capacity until a permanent secretary is selected, in accordance with BCCI’s rules. It is expected that Saikia will hold this position until September of the next year, after which a permanent replacement will be appointed.

Who is Devajit Saikia?
Devajit Saikia, a former first-class cricketer, currently serves as the BCCI’s joint secretary. In addition to his cricket administration role, he is also an Indian advocate. Hailing from Assam, Saikia studied at Cotton College before representing the Assam cricket team in the Ranji Trophy. As a player, he was a wicketkeeper and a middle-order batsman.

In a letter addressed to Saikia, which is in possession of PTI, Binny cited clause 7(1) (d) of the BCCI constitution to hand secretarial powers to the Assam official, who is also the Advocate General of the state.

“The president shall in the event of vacancy or indisposition shall delegate the functions to another office bearer until the vacancy is duly filled up or indisposition ceases. “Accordingly, I delegate the functions of secretary to you till the post is filled up by processes laid down as per BCCI rules and regulations. I am confident you will perform the duties to the best of your abilities and with aplomb,” Binny wrote to Saikia.