The Indian Cricketers Association applauds the BCCI’s decision to increase the pension of former players. Indian Cricketers Association (ICA) expressed “immense gratitude” to the BCCI on Tuesday. For increasing the pensions of former Test and first-class cricketers, as well as retired umpires.
The Indian Cricketers Association (ICA) expressed “immense gratitude” to the BCCI on Tuesday. Increase the pension of former Test and first-class cricketers, as well as retired umpires. Former first-class and Test cricketers’ pensions doubled by the BCCI. Those earning Rs 15,000 moving up to Rs 30,000 and those earning Rs 37,500 moving up to Rs 60,000. Those who previously received Rs 50,000 will now receive Rs 70,000.
“The BCCI’s announcement yesterday was very well received by our members, many of whom have benefited from this move in these days of rising prices and falling interest income, all of which has become a global phenomenon,” the ICA stated in a media release.
“I am more than grateful that the BCCI has accepted and put into action this long-standing request from us. I would like to especially thank Mr Jay Shah, the BCCI Honorary Secretary for his efforts,” said ICA president Ashok Malhotra.
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