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RCA Ad-Hoc Panel Boosts District Camps, Aims to Strengthen Cricket Infra

The Rajasthan Cricket Association's ad-hoc committee has outlined plans to strengthen grassroots cricket through enhanced district-level initiatives. It will organize summer training camps across all districts from April 15 to 30, 2026, for various youth categories. The committee has significantly increased financial assistance for these camps to ensure better facilities and execution. Additionally, it has assured full cooperation with the BCCI and Rajasthan Royals for the smooth hosting of IPL matches in Jaipur.

Key Points: RCA Plans District Camps, Strengthens Cricket Infrastructure

  • Summer camps for U-14 to U-19 categories
  • District funding raised to ₹1 lakh
  • Focus on 2026-27 domestic season
  • Coordination with Rajasthan Royals for IPL
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RCA ad-hoc panel plans district camps, push to strengthen cricket infra

RCA's ad-hoc committee announces summer training camps, increased funding for districts, and coordination with Rajasthan Royals for IPL matches.

"We are committed to extending complete support at every level to ensure the smooth conduct of IPL matches in Jaipur - Mohit Jaswant Yadav"

Jaipur, April 1

The newly constituted Rajasthan Cricket Association ad-hoc committee has initiated steps to strengthen grassroots cricket and expand infrastructure across districts, with a focus on nurturing young talent ahead of the 2026-27 domestic season.

Convener Mohit Jaswant Yadav said the committee -- comprising Dhananjay Singh Khimsar, Ashish Tiwari, Arjun Beniwal, and Arisht Singhvi -- is working on a structured plan to enhance facilities and create wider opportunities for players across the state.

Arisht Singhvi has been assigned to draft the framework for RCA's sporting activities and coordinate support initiatives.

As part of its early decisions, the committee will organise summer training camps across all district centres from April 15 to April 30, 2026. These camps will cater to Under-14, Under-16, and Under-19 (men's) categories, as well as Under-15 and Under-19 (women's) categories.

To strengthen implementation at the district level, the committee has increased financial assistance for organising these camps from Rs 40,000 to Rs 1 lakh per district. The move is aimed at improving facilities and ensuring effective execution of training programmes at the grassroots level.

In a related development, Rajasthan Royals Vice President Rajiv Khanna met members of the RCA ad-hoc committee at the RCA Academy in Jaipur.

Discussions focused on preparations and coordination for upcoming IPL matches in the city.

Yadav said the committee has assured full cooperation to the BCCI and Rajasthan Royals. "We are committed to extending complete support at every level to ensure the smooth conduct of IPL matches in Jaipur," he said, adding that the RCA will formally communicate its support to the BCCI.

Khanna described the meeting as "meaningful and excellent", expressing confidence in seamless coordination for hosting IPL matches in the state.

On March 30, Mohit Yadav had signalled sweeping reforms, stating that long-pending RCA elections will be held at the earliest.

Yadav said the responsibility entrusted by the state government would be carried out with seriousness and commitment.

"Our focus is to improve both the functioning and direction of the RCA. Positive results will soon be visible," he said.

Addressing the dispute with former convener Deendayal Kumawat, Yadav acknowledged differences but maintained that cricketing activities should not suffer.

"Our working styles differed, but the objective remained the same. Some targets could not be achieved earlier, but we will now accomplish them with the new team," he added.

The newly constituted Ad-hoc Committee includes Mohit Yadav, Dhananjay Singh Khimsar, Ashish Tiwari, Arisht Singhvi, and Arjun Beniwal, all of whom have taken charge.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good to see a concrete plan with dates and budgets. Increasing assistance from 40k to 1 lakh per district can make a real difference in facility quality. My brother in Ajmer is keen to try out for the U-19 camp. Fingers crossed!
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Rohit P
All this sounds great on paper, but we've heard similar promises before. The real test is execution. Will the funds actually reach the districts, or will they get stuck in Jaipur? The committee needs to ensure transparency. Actions speak louder than words.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows domestic cricket closely, this structured approach is refreshing. Coordinating with the Rajasthan Royals for IPL logistics is also smart—synergy between franchise and state cricket is key for player development. Hope they follow through.
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Vikram M
Finally some focus on the mofussil areas! Talent in Rajasthan isn't just in Jaipur or Udaipur. Kids in Barmer, Sri Ganganagar, they need these opportunities too. The 2026-27 season target gives them time to build properly. Bas ab ispe kaam karo.
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Karthik V
The mention of resolving internal differences is important. RCA's past has been messy. If this ad-hoc committee can put cricket first and deliver these camps and infrastructure, it will be a huge win for every young aspiring cricketer in the state.

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