Historic Move by Rohan Jaitley-Led DDCA: No Complimentary Passes For Apex Council Members

by Kheltoday · May 24, 2026

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Each member of DDCA will receive 2 complimentary tickets for Gate No. 17-18, along with buffet lunch

Rakesh Thapliyal

New Delhi, May 24: In a landmark governance decision aimed at promoting transparency and accountability, the Apex Council of the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) has resolved that no member of the Apex Council shall accept complimentary passes as a matter of practice.

The proposal was introduced by Rohan Jaitley, President of DDCA, during the Apex Council meeting held on May 24, 2026. The proposal received majority approval from the members present.

The decision is being viewed as a significant step towards strengthening ethical standards and ensuring greater institutional transparency within cricket administration in Delhi.

Apart from the landmark resolution on complimentary passes, the Apex Council also deliberated upon and approved several other measures focused on the growth and betterment of cricket in the national capital.

The decisions taken during the meeting reaffirm the association’s commitment towards good governance, professionalism, and the development of cricketing infrastructure and talent in Delhi.

Apex Council meeting, 24th May, 2026 Decisions:

Complimentary Passes: It was proposed by Mr Rohan Jaitley, President that no member of the Apex Council shall accept complimentary passes as a matter of practice which was accepted by majority of the members.
Member Entitlements: Each member will receive 2 complimentary tickets for Gate No. 17-18, along with buffet lunch.
Stadium Entry: Biometric access for all members has been proposed to enable hassle-free entry through a designated gate.
Match Fee Revision: The match fee for umpires and scorers will be increased by 30%, considering the growth of domestic cricket enthusiasts.
Prize Money Parity: Prize money for the women’s team will be increased to ensure parity with the men’s team.
League Venue: All DDCA league matches shall be conducted in Central Delhi as far as possible for the convenience of young players.
Ground Auctions: Grounds including Modern School Barakhamba, Jamia Millia Islamia, Hamdard Jasola, and DDA Park will be taken on lease for the whole year in auction .
DPL Participation: Efforts will be made to provide a platform for the maximum number of players in the DPL.
Squad Size: It was unanimously decided that the squad size for all teams, across age groups and formats, will be limited to 16 players only.
Domestic Squad Structure: Every squad for DDCA domestic cricket will consist of 16 players across all age groups.
Appointments: Formation of the CAC and selection of selectors and coaches will be done on priority to allow adequate time for player performance evaluation.
New Building Project: Work on the new building project will commence soon, including 30 rooms, a swimming pool, indoor pitches, and a multi-cuisine restaurant.
Facility Upgrades: Dressing rooms and boxes will be renovated and upgraded.
Fan Amenities: Canopies and bleachers will be installed to provide relief to fans from the scorching heat.