Cricket Association Lucknow Elections: A Society or Private Company in Disarray

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The Cricket Association Lucknow (CAL) is set to hold its elections for the first time in 20 years, with a total of 36 individuals in the fray for various posts. The association, registered under the Societies Registration Act, was converted into a private limited company in 2017, leaving many members confused about its actual identity. The annual general meeting (AGM) will decide on whether to hold the elections through ballot or a raise of hands.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Cricket Association Lucknow (CAL) was converted into a private limited company in 2017, sparking confusion among members about its identity.
  • The elections, taking place for the first time in 20 years, will involve 36 individuals contesting for various posts.
  • The association's general house will decide on the method of elections, either through ballot or a raise of hands.
  • Joint secretary Arshi Raza has demanded the cancellation of the nomination of present secretary KM Khan, citing a conflict of interest due to Khan's position in the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association's Apex Council.
  • Several candidates, including Vinay Mohan and Viraj Sagar Das Gupta, have been elected unopposed to various positions.
  • The post of president will see a contest between retired IAS Navneet Sehgal, Neeraj Jain, Lallan Kumar, and Haider Raza.
  • Incumbent president KM Khan is expecting a "no-contest" in the polls due to the confusion surrounding the association's identity.

Statistics:

  • 36 individuals are contesting for various posts in the Cricket Association Lucknow elections.
  • 156 members are expected to attend the annual general meeting (AGM) on Saturday.
  • 20 years have passed since the last Cricket Association Lucknow elections took place.
  • 36 candidates have withdrawn their nominations including Sushil Singh Samar, Chandan Malik, Santosh Singh, Yash Sahani, Rahul Saxena, Divya Nautiyal, and Rakesh Singh.

Sources:

  • [Lucknow News: Cricket Association Lucknow elections: Who is running and why](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lucknow/cricket-association-lucknow-elections-who-is-running-and-why/story-2lQaPDg2Sa19qy0x086LIK.html)
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