Justice Arun Mishra, a former judge of the Supreme Court of India, has been appointed as the Ombudsman and Ethics Officer of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). As the Ombudsman, he will handle disputes and complaints related to cricket governance. In his role as the Ethics Officer, he will oversee ethical practices within the organization.
Justice Arun Mishra served as a judge in the Supreme Court from July 7, 2014, to September 2, 2020. During his time in the court, he contributed to several important judgments and legal decisions.
After retiring from the Supreme Court, he was appointed as the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on June 2, 2021. He held this significant position for three years until June 1, 2024, working to promote and protect human rights across the country.
With his vast experience in law and governance, Justice Mishra is expected to bring valuable insights and fair decision-making to the BCCI in his new role.
Arun Mishra Appointed as BCCI Ombudsman
On Thursday, Justice Arun Mishra was appointed as the Ombudsman and Ethics Officer of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). His new roles will involve addressing disputes and ensuring ethical standards within the organization.
Justice Arun Mishra has had a distinguished career. He was elected to the Bar Council of Madhya Pradesh with record votes in 1989 and 1995. In 1998-1999, he became the youngest Chairman of the Bar Council of India. Mishra was appointed as a Judge of the Madhya Pradesh High Court on October 25, 1999.
Later, on November 26, 2010, he became the Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court. He went on to serve as the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court, starting on December 14, 2012.
In other recent BCCI developments, former first-class cricketer Devajit Saikia was announced as the new Secretary of the Board, succeeding Jay Shah, who became the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) last year. Additionally, Prabhtej Singh Bhatia was elected as the Treasurer of the BCCI during a Special General Meeting (SGM).
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About Arun Mishra
Justice Arun Mishra, born on September 3, 1955, in Gwalior into a family of lawyers, has made a significant impact in the legal field. Throughout his career, he decided around 97,000 cases while serving as a judge in the high courts of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Calcutta.
Mishra was appointed as a judge of the Madhya Pradesh High Court on October 25, 1999. Later, on November 26, 2010, he was elevated to the position of Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court. He went on to serve as the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court starting on December 14, 2012.
Apart from his judicial career, Justice Mishra has also played a key role in improving legal education in India, contributing greatly to the growth and development of the legal profession in the country. His legacy as a legal luminary continues to inspire many in the field.
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FAQs
Q.1. Who is Justice Arun Mishra?
Ans. Justice Arun Mishra is a former Supreme Court judge and legal expert, now appointed as the Ombudsman and Ethics Officer of the BCCI.
Q.2. What roles will Justice Arun Mishra hold in BCCI?
Ans. He will serve as the Ombudsman, handling disputes, and as the Ethics Officer, overseeing ethical practices within the organization.
Q.3. What is Justice Arun Mishra’s career background?
Ans. Mishra served as a judge in the Supreme Court, Chief Justice of Rajasthan and Calcutta High Courts, and Chairperson of the NHRC.
Q.4. When was Justice Arun Mishra appointed as the BCCI Ombudsman?
Ans. He was appointed on Thursday to take on the roles of Ombudsman and Ethics Officer for the BCCI.
Q.5. What other recent changes have occurred in the BCCI?
Ans. Devajit Saikia replaced Jay Shah as BCCI Secretary, and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia was elected as the Treasurer during a Special General Meeting.
