BCCI treks regular monthly pension plans of previous cricketers as well as umpires
The Board for Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday revealed a walking in the regular monthly pension plans of previous cricketers (both males and females) as well as previous umpires with result from June 1, 2022.
BCCI President, Sourav Ganguly, claimed it is exceptionally crucial that the monetary health of our previous cricketers is cared for.
“The players remain the lifeline and as a board, it is our duty to be by their side once their playing days are over. The umpires have been unsung heroes and the BCCI truly values their contribution,” he claimed.
Jay Shah, Honorary Secretary, BCCI, claimed,”The welfare of our cricketers be it former or present is a top priority, and increasing pension amounts is a step in that direction”
I’m delighted to introduce a boost in the regular monthly pension plan of previous cricketers (guys & & ladies) as well as suit authorities. Around 900 employees will certainly get this advantage as well as near to 75% of employees will certainly be recipients of a 100% raising.– Jay Shah (@JayShah) June 13, 2022
“The BCCI values the contribution the umpires have made over the years and this is one way to express our gratitude for their diligent services to Indian Cricket. A total of around 900 personnel will get the benefit of the scheme with more than 75 per cent of the beneficiaries getting a 100 per cent raise,” he claimed.
Existing Pension | Increased Pension |
Rs 15,000 | Rs 30,000 |
Rs 22,500 | Rs 45,000 |
Rs 30,000 | Rs 52,500 |
Rs 37,500 | Rs 60,000 |
Rs 50,000 | Rs 70,000 |
* with result from June 1
Honorary Treasurer, BCCI, Arun Singh Dhumal, claimed: “Whatever the BCCI is today, it is because of the contribution of its former cricketers and umpires. We are pleased to announce the increase in the monthly pensions which will be a gesture for the well-being of our former cricketers.”
(With inputs from ANI)
