The Indian Cricketers’ Association (ICA) has announced a new welfare initiative aimed at supporting the families of its deceased members. At its second board meeting of the 2025-26 financial year, held in Bengaluru on August 25, the ICA confirmed that the spouses of late members will now be entitled to a one-time benefit of Rs one lakh.
The move, subject to approval, is expected to support around 50 beneficiaries in its first phase. The ICA underlined that the scheme is distinct from the existing one-time benefit available to members themselves and will not extend to spouses of former international Test cricketers, who are already covered under other arrangements.