Devajit Saikia Appointed Acting Secretary of BCCI, Replaces Jay Shah

New Delhi: Devajit Saikia, a former first-class cricketer from Assam and the current joint secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has been appointed as the acting secretary of the board. The decision was made by BCCI President Roger Binny following Jay Shah's recent appointment as the President of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Using his constitutional authority under clause 7(1)(d) of the BCCI constitution, Binny delegated the secretarial responsibilities to Saikia as a temporary measure until a permanent appointment is made. Saikia, who also serves as the Advocate General of Assam, will perform these duties until September next year when the vacancy is expected to be officially filled.

In an official communication to Saikia, Binny expressed confidence in his capabilities:
"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. Accordingly, I delegate the functions of secretary to you till the post is filled up as per BCCI rules and regulations. I am confident you will perform the duties to the best of your abilities and with aplomb."

Saikia's appointment ensures continuity in the board’s operations until the selection process for the permanent secretary is completed.