Why Did President Rakesh Tiwari Thank the Bihar Government Following the Rajgir International Cricket Stadium's Integration into BCA?

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Key Takeaways
- Rajgir International Cricket Stadium to be managed by BCA.
- Opportunity for players to train in a modern facility.
- Significant policy decision by the Bihar government.
- Improvement in Bihar's cricketing infrastructure.
- Support from Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is crucial.
Patna, Sep 2 (NationPress) The President of the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA), Rakesh Kumar Tiwari, expressed profound gratitude towards the Bihar government, deeming today a landmark occasion for cricket in the state.
With the preliminary approval to transfer the maintenance and management of the ongoing construction of the Cricket Stadium in Rajgir to the Bihar Cricket Association, a fresh identity will be created for cricket in Bihar.
While the formal transfer is still in progress, the Bihar government has made a significant policy decision indicating that the Rajgir International Cricket Stadium will soon fall under the operational oversight of the Bihar Cricket Association.
Authorities have been instructed to finalize the necessary procedures in the upcoming months, allowing BCA to assume responsibility for the stadium's upkeep and cricketing events.
During his remarks, BCA President Rakesh Tiwari stated, "Although a Memorandum of Understanding has already been signed for the Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna, the assignment of the Rajgir International Cricket Stadium to the BCA will unlock unprecedented opportunities for our players. They will be able to practice and compete in a state-of-the-art, fully-equipped stadium, enhancing Bihar’s cricketing framework."
"This decision is a testament to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s visionary leadership and his compassionate outlook towards sports. With this, players from Bihar will have the opportunity to hone their skills on an internationally recognized field, enabling them to deliver exceptional performances at both national and international levels," he added.
Describing this initiative as a golden chapter in Bihar cricket's history, the BCA President emphasized that it is a source of pride not only for athletes but for the entire state. He reiterated his gratitude to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, and the sports department, expressing confidence that Bihar cricket is poised to reach new heights in the future.