India’s cricket selection process enters a new phase after Ajit Agarkar’s departure from the chief selector role. NDTV reports that former India left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha leads the four-member selection committee on an interim basis.

The outlets describe Ojha’s appointment as a temporary arrangement “for the time being,” with indications that he is considered a likely candidate to take over permanently as chief selector. The change is linked to India’s ongoing preparations and focus on upcoming international matches, including the New Zealand challenge.

While coverage emphasizes the leadership shift and Ojha’s role in steering selection decisions, there is limited detail on the internal rationale for the transition and no broad agreement across multiple outlets is available in the provided material beyond this account. Overall, the reporting centers on the committee’s structure remaining four members, with Ojha heading it during the interim period after Agarkar’s exit.