His resignation comes a month before India’s next assignment in the Cup against Sweden in Stockholm.

India blunted Pakistan's challenge on the opening day to take a 2-0 lead in the Davis Cup World Group I play-off tie with Ramkumar Ramanathan and N Sriram Balaji rising to the occasion in the high-pressure contest, here on Saturday.

Having never lost to Pakistan in Davis Cup history, India aims to continue its dominance. However, the hosts, led by stars Aisam-ul-haq Qureshi and Aqeel Khan on grass courts, present a formidable challenge.

As the team readies itself for the grass court challenge, the coaching staff acknowledges the need for meticulous preparation, given Pakistan's proficiency on this surface and their ability to apply pressure through net charges.

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Tuesday sought the Sports Ministry's advise on the national team's travel to Pakistan for the Davis Cup World Group 1 Play-off tie against the neighbours at Islamabad in February next year.