In Brief
The Supreme Court upheld comprehensive governance reforms for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recommended by the Lodha Committee. While the BCCI is not formally a 'State', it discharges public functions and is subject to judicial review. The Court rejected Article 19(1)(c) challenges to the 'One State One Vote' principle, finding that the right to form an association does not guarantee freedom from regulatory control over its operations. The Court accepted recommendations including age limits (70 years), term caps (9 years), disqualifications for ministers and government servants, inclusion of independent members, and a Players' Association. The Court left certain aspects like IPL franchisee representation and broadcast regulation for reconsideration by the Committee. Implementation was directed to be completed within 4–6 months under Lodha Committee supervision."
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