Dubai, Nov 12 (PTI) The BCCI is committed towards hosting a safe and healthy ICC T20 World Cup next year and 'will leave no stone unturned' in its endeavour, board secretary Jay Shah said as the countdown for the much-anticipated event began on Thursday.

The ICC T20 World Cup was scheduled in Australia in October-November this year but had to be postponed to 2022 owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.

India, however, will be hosting the 2021 edition of the global event as per schedule in October-November.

'The BCCI will leave no stone unturned in ensuring that the health and safety of everyone concerned in this showpiece event is taken care of,' Shah was quoted as saying in an ICC statement.

The board secretary promised that all the 15 visiting teams will get a taste of India's warm hospitality.

'While we are determined to provide a rich cricket-viewing experience, I would also like to assure the ICC and Member Boards that India is known for its warm hospitality and we will make you feel at home.' He also ensured that in these unprecedented times, the BCCI will do everything possible to 'innovate and adapt' itself in challenging conditions.