December 30th 2024.
Bhubaneswar was abuzz with news as senior BJD leader Pranab Prakash Das announced his resignation as the president of the Odisha Cricket Association on Sunday. Das, who had been elected unopposed to the position on October 28, 2022, surprised many with his decision to step down before his term was scheduled to end in October 2025.
At a press conference held on Sunday, OCA general secretary Sanjay Behera informed the media that vice-president Pankaj Mohanty will take over as the interim president until elections are held within the next 45 days. Behera also revealed that Das had cited personal reasons for his resignation.
“The election for the vacant position will be held after the upcoming international cricket match,” Behera stated. This news has left the cricketing community in Odisha in a state of shock, as Das was known for his leadership and contribution to the association.
Das, a former MLA from Jajpur district, had been actively involved in the development of cricket in Odisha and his resignation has raised many questions. However, Behera assured that the association will continue to function smoothly with Mohanty at the helm until a new president is elected.
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