‘The Indian cricket board is sensitive to environmental concerns’ – Jay Shah on restricting fireworks for games in Delhi and Mumbai in ODI World Cup 2023

The Indian Cricket Board’s secretary Jay Shah recently gave a statement where he declared that the after-game fireworks will not be conducted in the games for Delhi and Mumbai from 1 November. Jay Shah discussed the matter in front of the Apex Cricket Council considering the poor AQI surrounding New Delhi and Mumbai, especially after the festivities of Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri and the upcoming major festival of Diwali. 

Jai Shah discusses that the Indian Cricket Board is sensitised towards the poor environmental conditions in the city and has presented the matter in front of the Apex Cricket Council to control the pollution levels from their side. The Indian team has had a phenomenal run in the ODI World Cup 2023 as of now and has won all six games they have played. 

ODI World Cup 2023 Schedule in Delhi

November 6: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 2 pm

ODI World Cup 2023 Schedule in Mumbai 

November 2: India vs Sri Lanka, 2 pm 

November 7: Australia vs Afghanistan, 2 pm

November 15: Semi-finals 1, 2 pm 

Jay Shah on Delhi and Mumbai’s poor AQI during ODI World Cup 2023 

“The Indian cricket board is sensitive to environmental concerns. I took up the matter formally with the Council 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 the Indian Cricket Board secretary, Jay Shah while talking to ANI. 

“I took up the matter formally with the Council and there won’t be any fireworks displays 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 Indian Cricket Board acknowledges the urgent concern surrounding air quality in both Mumbai and New Delhi. While we strive to host the 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 added.