Bengaluru to get new cricket stadium after infamous stampede
The city of Bengaluru is all set to get a new cricket stadium, with a seating capacity of 80,000 spectators, in the Surya City area of Bommasandra. This development comes just a couple of months after the infamous stampede that took place during the RCB’s maiden IPL title celebration at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in June.
The Karnataka Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah, has given the green signal to the INR 1,650 crore mega sports complex, which will feature the new cricket stadium, as well as other facilities such as a swimming pool, gym, and sports medicine center. The project is expected to be completed within the next three years.
The need for a new cricket stadium in Bengaluru was highlighted after the stampede that took place during the RCB celebration. The Chinnaswamy Stadium, which has a seating capacity of around 40,000, was overcrowded, leading to chaos and injuries. The incident raised concerns about the safety and infrastructure of the stadium, and the new complex is expected to address these issues.
The new stadium is expected to be one of the largest in the country, and will be a major boost for cricket in Bengaluru. The city has a huge following for the sport, and the new stadium will provide a world-class facility for fans to watch their favorite teams play.
The project is being developed by the Karnataka Government, in partnership with the Surya City developers. The complex will also feature a shopping mall, office spaces, and a luxury hotel, making it a comprehensive sports and entertainment hub.
The new stadium will also have state-of-the-art facilities, including a retractable roof, floodlights, and a high-quality pitch. The stadium will also have separate facilities for players, officials, and spectators, including locker rooms, dressing rooms, and VIP boxes.
The project is expected to create hundreds of jobs during the construction phase, and will also provide a boost to the local economy. The complex will also attract tourists and sports enthusiasts from across the country, making it a major tourist destination.
The news of the new stadium has been welcomed by cricket fans and the local community in Bengaluru. Many have expressed their excitement and relief that the city is getting a new stadium, and that the Chinnaswamy Stadium will no longer be overcrowded.
“This is a great news for cricket fans in Bengaluru,” said Rohan, a die-hard RCB fan. “The Chinnaswamy Stadium was always overcrowded, and it was a major safety concern. A new stadium with a larger capacity will be a huge relief, and will provide a better experience for fans.”
Another fan, Aishwarya, added, “I was at the RCB celebration when the stampede happened, and it was a terrifying experience. I’m glad that the government is taking steps to ensure that such incidents don’t happen again. A new stadium will be a great addition to the city, and will bring more excitement to cricket fans.”
The new stadium is expected to be a major boost for Bengaluru’s sports infrastructure, and will set a new standard for cricket stadiums in the country. The project is expected to be completed within the next three years, and fans are eagerly waiting to see the new stadium come to life.
