New Delhi: Former cricketer and Delhi MP Gautam Gambhir has requested BJP president JP Nadda to relieve him of his political responsibilities on Saturday. The move comes as Gambhir aims to dedicate more time to his upcoming cricket commitments.

''I have requested Hon’ble Party President @JPNadda ji to relieve me of my political duties so that I can focus on my upcoming cricket commitments.

I sincerely thank Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji and Hon’ble HM @AmitShah ji for giving me the opportunity to serve the people. Jai Hind!,'' said Gautam Gambhir on 'X'.

Expressing gratitude, Gambhir extended sincere thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and home minister Amit Shah for the opportunity to serve the people. With this decision, he aims to balance his dual roles effectively.

Gambhir joined the BJP in March 2019 and has since emerged as a prominent figure within the party in Delhi. He successfully contested the East Delhi seat in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, securing a significant victory with a margin of 6,95,109 votes.