Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

The Supreme Court appointed its retired judge L. Nageswara Rao as the ombudsman of the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA). His role is to address allegations of illegal activities involving certain office bearers and ensure the association functions smoothly. The order was passed by a bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and R Mahadevan to prevent external interference and safeguard the integrity of cricket administration in Bihar. Such judicial interventions are crucial in maintaining transparency and accountability within sports bodies. Rao’s appointment highlights the judiciary’s proactive role in promoting fair governance in sports organizations across the country.