BCCI secretary Jay Shah recently announced that after game fireworks show will not be conducted in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 games which will be held in Delhi and Mumbai. Jay Shah presented the matter in front of the ICC considering the poor AQI in New Delhi and Mumbai.
Jay Shah proposed that the BCCI understands the poor atmospheric conditions in Mumbai and Delhi which made him present the matter in front of the ICC, and the fireworks show will add to the pollution levels from their side.
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Jay Shah on fireworks show in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
“The Indian cricket board is sensitive to environmental concerns. I took up the matter formally with the ICC and there won’t be any fireworks display in Mumbai, which can add to the pollution level. The Board is committed to combating environmental issues and will always place the interest of our fans and stakeholders at the forefront”, said Jay Shah, BCCI Secretary.
“I took up the matter formally with the ICC and there won’t be any fireworks display in Mumbai and Delhi, which can add to the pollution level. The Board is committed to combating environmental issues and will always place the interest of our fans and stakeholders at the forefront”, Jay Shah told Indian Express.
“The BCCI acknowledges the urgent concern surrounding air quality in both Mumbai and New Delhi. While we strive to host the ICC World Cup in a manner befitting the celebration of cricket, we remain steadfast in our commitment to prioritising the health and safety of all our stakeholders”, he said.
