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Mithun Manhas Files Nomination for BCCI President With Consensus Backing

His nomination follows a closed-door Delhi huddle that set a continuity slate for top roles to be ratified at the Sept 28 AGM.

Former Delhi Ranji Trophy skipper Mithun Manhas
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Overview

  • Manhas submitted papers in Mumbai ahead of the deadline and is expected, per multiple reports, to face no contest when office-bearers are elected on Sept 28.
  • BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla said a panel is ready with Manhas for president, Shukla to remain vice-president, Devajit Saikia as secretary, Arun Dhumal continuing as IPL chairman, and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia as joint secretary.
  • Former India spinner Raghuram Bhatt filed his nomination and is in the frame for treasurer, aligning with a slate that preserves most incumbents.
  • The consensus emerged after an informal high-level meeting in New Delhi, reported to include discussions at Home Minister Amit Shah’s residence.
  • Selection panel changes have been set for Sept 28, with Pragyan Ojha replacing S Sharath and RP Singh replacing Subroto Banerjee, while candidate withdrawals close Sept 23.