According to sources in the Chief Minister\u2019s Office (CMO), the meeting focused on improving existing cricket facilities, developing new stadiums, and creating a robust framework for grooming emerging players across J&K.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe meeting focused on the infrastructural development of cricket in Jammu and Kashmir. Chairman of BCCI Infrastructure Committee Rohan Jaitley and president Mithun Manhas held discussions with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah,\u201d CMO sources told IANS.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The BCCI delegation assured full support for upgrading the region\u2019s cricketing ecosystem \u2014 including the establishment of modern training centres, better pitches, and advanced amenities at key venues such as Jammu and Srinagar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Chief Minister Abdullah welcomed the initiative and stressed that sports development plays a vital role in youth engagement and social cohesion. He appreciated the BCCI\u2019s commitment to empowering local players and expanding opportunities for aspiring cricketers from the Union Territory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The meeting marks a significant step toward finalising a comprehensive roadmap between the BCCI and the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) to transform the region\u2019s cricketing landscape.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Chief Minister Abdullah welcomed the initiative and stressed that sports development plays a vital role in youth engagement and social cohesion. He appreciated the BCCI\u2019s commitment to empowering local players and expanding opportunities for aspiring cricketers from the Union Territory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 45-year-old former cricketer, Manhas, played domestic cricket for Delhi before moving to Jammu and Kashmir, where he also took up coaching roles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n