'We have zero tolerance...': BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia breaks silence on Australia women cricketers' molestation case

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia condemned the incident after two players from the Australia women's cricket team were molested while they were on the way to a cafe in Indore. Notably, a biker had touched one player inappropriately before riding away and this led to the two to send a SOS notification. Soon after, a complaint was filed at the MIG police station by Australia team's security manager Danny Simmons.

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After receiving the information about the incident, Assistant Commissioner of Police Himani Mishra lodged an FIR under Section 74 (use of criminal force to outrage a woman's modesty) and Section 78 (stalking) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at the MIG police station. The police soon went on to arrest the accused, Aqeel Khan. She also revealed that revealed that Aqeel has previously had cases registered against him as well. "Khan has prior criminal cases registered against him, and an investigation is ongoing," she said.

Saikia's views on the incident

Now, Saikia has shared his views on the matter and has assured that they will tightening their security if required. He also credited the Madhya Pradesh for swiftly taking action and arresting the accused soon after the incident took place.