JKCA SGM declares post-May 21 orders ‘Null and Void’
Reaffirms Javid Kitab as President
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) Saturday said its Special General Meeting (SGM) reaffirmed constitutional governance within the association by declaring all orders, notifications and resolutions issued after May 21, 2026, by the Honorary Secretary as “null and void,” while reiterating that Javid Ahmad Kitab continues to be the legitimate President.
The meeting was chaired by the constitutionally elected President, Javid Ahmad Kitab, and attended by members of affiliated clubs and life members. The General Body discussed the agenda in detail and passed resolutions on almost all agenda items.
In a session marked by transparency, unity and commitment to constitutional governance, the General Body passed several key resolutions aimed at restoring order, accountability and the rule of law within the Association.
The House took strong cognisance of the administrative situation arising out of actions taken after May 21, 2026.
The General Body unanimously declared all orders, notifications, show-cause notices, resolutions and communications issued from May 21, 2026 onwards—including those dated May 21, 22, 23, 30 and June 4, 11, 25 and 26, 2026—as null and void, ab initio and non est in the eyes of law.
Furthermore, the House declared the “Resolution by Circulation” dated June 25, 2026, which purported to suspend the President, and the Notification dated June 26, 2026, appointing an officiating President, as ultra vires the JKCA Constitution, illegal and without jurisdiction.
The members resolved that all affairs of the Association shall immediately revert to the legitimate leadership of President Javid Ahmad Kitab, as mandated by the Additional District Judge, Srinagar, in Civil Suit No. 3412/2026.
To ensure independent oversight and uphold the highest standards of governance, the General Body resolved to appoint Justice Deepak Verma (Retd.) as the Ombudsman of JKCA. The House also authorised the President to appoint an Ethics Officer to further strengthen the institutional framework.
The members resolved to frame transparent norms regarding qualifications, age criteria and experience for appointments. All key posts, including that of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), will be advertised publicly, followed by a proper interview process. The final decision on appointments will rest with the President, ensuring merit-based selection.
The meeting paid tribute to legendary cricketers who recently passed away. The House observed two minutes of silence in memory of Bhardwaj, Rajinder Singh, Pawan Gupta and Vikram Rathore.
The General Body resolved that the President, Treasurer and the A.G.’s representative will operate the Association’s bank accounts as authorised signatories. A committee will be constituted to draft a comprehensive Code of Conduct for players, members and office-bearers. All JKCA-sponsored BCCI-qualified coaches will be required to serve the Association for a mandatory period of 10 years. The House also resolved that the Cricket Players’ Association shall be funded by JKCA while clarifying that the Indian Cricketers’ Association (ICA) has a constitutional role in nominating members to the JKCA Apex Council.
The President was authorised to appoint a Private Secretary and determine monthly allowances. The authority to fix honorariums and conveyance allowances for office-bearers was also vested in the President. The appointment of legal counsel to represent JKCA before courts and other legal forums was left entirely to the President’s discretion.
