Kirti Azad, born on January 2, 1959, in Bhagalpur, Bihar, is a former Indian cricketer and politician. He is the son of Bhagwat Jha Azad, a former Chief Minister of Bihar. Azad was an aggressive right-hand batsman and a quick off-spinner. He made his Test debut for India in 1981 and was part of the Indian team that won the 1983 Cricket World Cup.
Azad's vision for the DDCA includes promoting club cricket by establishing nine academies in different locations to nurture young talent. Azad has been a vocal critic of the current DDCA administration, emphasizing the need for transparency and effective management within the association. His campaign focuses on enhancing facilities for club members and efficiently managing cricket activities to restore the association's credibility.
Through his candidacy, Azad aims to leverage his cricketing experience and political acumen to bring about positive changes in the DDCA, fostering a more inclusive and transparent environment for cricket development in Delhi.
Kirtivardhan Bhagwat Jha Azad, widely known as Kirti Azad, stands as a beacon of integrity and reform in cricket administration.
A former Ranji Trophy player, has been a dedicated advocate for integrity and transparency in DDCA.
He has significantly contributed to cricket and sports, having served as a Director at DDCA and a leader at the National Institute of Cricket and Allied Field (NICAF).
A seasoned cricketer with over 30 years of experience, Kamal Chopra began his journey in the 1980s at Salwan Public School, Delhi.
A cricketer since 1990, Gurpreet has represented Delhi at junior levels and contributed to Delhi cricket.
An experienced entrepreneur with over 30 years in packaging and textiles, is committed to transforming Delhi cricket. .
A visionary leader for DDCA, brings a legacy of excellence in cricket management. With a family history rooted in the sport.
Aditya Jain, a state-level footballer and advocate, is dedicated to transforming DDCA with transparency, fairness, and modern governance.
An alumnus of Hansraj College and a former Delhi cricketer, has been dedicated to promoting Delhi cricket since joining DDCA in 2012.
Harsh K Sharma, a passionate advocate for cricket and its development, is a dedicated professional with a robust track record in leadership roles.
A passionate cricketer and seasoned administrator, Puneet Khanna began his journey in 1992 with DPS Mathura Road.
Rakesh Kumar Gupta is a veteran in cricket administration, known for his strategic approach to governance and a deep understanding of the challenges within the DDCA.