A wave of pride and jubilation swept through Bhalesa, the ancestral village of the new BCCI president Mithun Manhas, upon his selection as the 37th President on Monday.
The 45-year-old succeeded Roger Binny, who stepped down last month upon attaining the age limit of 70.
Residents in the village called it a historic moment as Manhas rose to the top of India’s cricket governing body.
Residents celebrated with traditional sweets and gatherings, hailing the appointment as a source of inspiration for youth across the region.
The president of the Bhalessa Heritage Centre, Sadakat Malik, expressed immense pride on behalf of the community.
“Mithun Manhas’ appointment is a proud moment not just for his family and village, but for all of Jammu and Kashmir. His journey reflects determination, discipline, and leadership. We are confident that under his guidance, Indian cricket will reach new heights of excellence and inclusivity,” he said.
Locals believe that Manhas’ success would ignite passion in youth and athletes from the region, inspiring them to make a mark in international sports.
“His rise proves that talent from every corner of India, including remote areas like Bhalessa, can achieve greatness with persistence,” Malik added.
Manhas, who played for Delhi in domestic cricket for nearly two decades, has been entrusted to serve as the chief of the governing body in India for a fresh and sharp approach to cricket administration.
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