Key Highlights
- “…It has come to the notice of this Department that the expression “India” is being used by your Federation, namely, Differently-Abled Cricket Council of India, despite the fact that the said Federation is not recognised as National Sports Federation by this Ministry,” the letter stated.
- “…it is hereby directed to desist from using the expression “India” or “Indian” in the name and/or any activities of your Federation.
- Unauthorized use of the said expressions are liable for appropriate action under the extant rules and applicable laws,” it warned.
- Although not recognised by the BCCI officially, the DCCI has the backing of the Indian board, which is not a recognised National Sports Federation (NSF) either.
- Chauhan acknowledged receiving the letter from the ministry and urged it to recognise DCCI.
