The Chhattisgarh State Cricket Sangh (CSCS) on Friday was finally accorded permanent membership of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
The decision was taken during a special General Meeting of the Board held in Mumbai to discuss the recommendations made by Justice lodha Committee.
“The members approved the recommendation of the affiliation committee of BCCI to grant full member status to Chhattisgarh State Cricket Sangh (CSCS). They will be a part of the Central Zone for all the BCCI tournaments,” stated an official press release issued by BCCI after the meeting.
Meanwhile, Secretary, CSCS, Rajesh Dave informed that permanent membership has cleared the road for international and Ranji Trophy matches to be played in Raipur.
“It will provide new opportunities to budding cricket talents in Chhattisgarh and will be also helpful in developing the infrastructure required for the game,” Dave said.
Notably, Chhattisgarh has been BCCI’s associate member for a long time and with an International Cricket stadium in Naya Raipur, the State is ready for big events ahead. The meeting was attended by CSCS President Baldev Singh Bhatia and selected office bearers.