BCCI Ombudsman disqualifies KSCA secretary Santosh Menon
Justice Arun Mishra, the BCCI Ombudsman, has disqualified Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) secretary Santosh Menon from his position, citing violation of tenure rules. In his order, Justice Mishra stated that Menon had completed his tenure on December 16, 2025, and thus declared the office of the KSCA secretary vacant. The decision was announced on June 25, 2026, and has immediate effect.
Details of the ruling
The BCCI Ombudsman's ruling came after a complaint was filed regarding Menon's continued tenure beyond the permissible period. Justice Mishra examined the KSCA's constitution and tenure provisions, concluding that Menon had served his full term and was not eligible to continue. The order explicitly states that Menon ceased to hold the position from December 16, 2025, making any subsequent actions as secretary invalid.
Impact on KSCA
The disqualification has left the KSCA without a secretary, a key administrative role. The association will need to initiate the process of electing a new secretary in accordance with its bylaws. This development could affect the scheduling of domestic matches and other cricket-related activities in Karnataka. The KSCA has not yet issued an official response to the ombudsman's decision.
