Author: Manik Sharma
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 01:50 PM (IST)
Source:JND

In a groundbreaking transfer to advertise gender fairness on this planet of cricket, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah, in collaboration with the International Cricket Council (ICC) and UNICEF India unveiled ‘CRIIIO 4 GOOD’ initiative.

The launch occasion, held on the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, noticed the presence of key figures, together with BCCI Honorary Secretary Jay Shah, Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan, and Team India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, amongst others.

Shah stated, BCCI’s dedication to gender equality in cricket is unwavering. He stated, with initiatives like pay parity, BCCI isn’t just rewriting the principles however reshaping the complete panorama of girls’s cricket. 

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The ‘CRIIIO 4 GOOD’ initiative goals to empower people with important life expertise, emphasising the significance of gender fairness. The curriculum covers a variety of expertise, together with management, problem-solving, confidence, decision-making, negotiation, empathy, teamwork, and aim setting.

This initiative receives robust backing from the Ministry of Education, Government of India, who might be disseminating these modules to over 1.5 million faculties throughout the nation by way of the Diksha platform.

During the occasion, Shah took a second to acknowledge the achievements of Smriti Mandhana, saying, “First of all, Smriti, I want to congratulate you on getting the gold medal in the Asian Games.” He went on to stress the distinctive function cricket performs in India, describing it as greater than only a sport—a strong emotion that unites folks of all ages.

Jay Shah with Smriti Mandhana. (Photo: @BCCI/X)

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Speaking in regards to the groundbreaking transfer in the direction of pay parity, Shah proudly introduced, “Knowing that we live in the era of women empowerment, BCCI just reached pay parity for men and women. First, I am pleased to inform you that after our decision, the US Open Tennis, English Cricket Board, and ICC did pay parity for Men and Women.”

“Our goal has been at the forefront, creating a new wave of equality with initiatives like pay parity which has significantly boosted women’s cricket and provided strong support for female cricketers,” Shah added whereas highlighting BCCI’s dedication to equality.

As the Men’s cricket World Cup approaches, Shah inspired college students not solely to observe the sport but additionally to actively take part and revel in it. 

“As we gear up for the Men’s cricket World Cup, I urge all the students to not only watch the game but also actively participate and enjoy them,” Shah stated.

He left the viewers with two invaluable items of recommendation, “If you want to stand out, you always have to show dedication and concentration. If you keep them, no one will be able to stop you. And you should idolise someone in your life like Smriti (Mandhana) to achieve greater heights,” he concluded.