Padmakar Pandit (1934–2006) was an Indian cricket umpire who officiated in domestic first-class matches in India during the latter half of the 20th century. He was associated with the umpiring panels that supported India's domestic competitions, including the Ranji Trophy and other tournaments organised under the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
| Full name | Padmakar Pandit |
|---|---|
| Born | 1934 |
| Died | 2006 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Cricket umpire |
| Sport | Cricket |
Umpiring in Indian domestic cricket during Pandit's era was managed through panels constituted by the BCCI and its affiliated state associations. Officials on these panels stood in matches of the Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy and other recognised first-class fixtures. Umpires were drawn from across India's cricketing regions and progressed through state-level appointments before reaching the national panel.
Pandit served as a match official in Indian cricket, contributing to the conduct of competitive fixtures during a period when domestic cricket in India expanded considerably in profile and reach. His career spanned decades in which the structure of Indian umpiring shifted from a largely honorary tradition to a more formalised system of panels and assessments.
Officials such as Pandit formed part of the wider support structure of Indian cricket, ensuring the integrity and continuity of first-class fixtures alongside players, scorers and administrators. While umpires rarely receive the public attention given to cricketers, their presence on the field was central to the development of the domestic game.