The current situation is unacceptable. The managing committee, led by Aravind Raghavan, has utterly failed to provide the leadership necessary to resolve ongoing issues with the government, obstructing the resumption of racing.

It is clear that the first step towards a solution is the resignation of the entire managing committee. Both informed sources and government representatives, although not officially communicated, have indicated that their resignation is crucial. Despite this, the committee remains oblivious to the urgent need for change.

In a recent letter, the managing committee mentioned their meetings with the finance secretary and police commissioner to discuss postponing the Supreme Court hearing on BTC`s eviction orders and retracting criminal charges against three of the club`s functionaries. It is naive to think these government officials aimed to support the current committee. Their true intent was to prompt voluntary resignations, enabling an ad hoc committee to take over and negotiate a resolution.

During an informal meeting, BTC members and the managing committee agreed to pursue a settlement with the government, yet failed to address the critical need for the committee`s resignation. A member of the club, who is also a cabinet minister, recently engaged with various stakeholders, including committee members, who agreed to resign but have yet to follow through.

There was a glimmer of hope after these meetings, with the government willing to grant a license under certain conditions. However, the chairman`s obstinate defense of his position and refusal to step down have dashed these hopes. The other members` lack of courage to confront the chairman is shocking, given the dire circumstances the club faces due to Raghavan`s disruptive leadership.

Without decisive action to remove this committee, the summer season and the club`s very survival are in jeopardy. The club is already under severe financial strain. Continued inaction will lead to further financial losses and legal battles, ultimately drowning the club.