Varanasi is soon going to have its own cricket stadium. This will be the third international stadium in Uttar Pradesh with Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow and the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur being the other two.
See also: World’s largest cricket stadium: Narendra Modi Stadium
Varanasi Cricket Stadium: Foundation stone
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the Varanasi Cricket Stadium on September 23, 2023. The event was attended by Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath, former Indian cricketers Sachin Tendulkar, Ravi Shastri, BCCI president Roger Binny and vice-president Rajiv Shukla and secretary Jay Shah.
Varanasi Cricket Stadium: Key details
- The stadium is being constructed under the Smart City Mission of the central government.
- The stadium will be built near Ring Road in Rajatalab area.
- The stadium will be spread across 30.67 acre.
- It will accommodate around 30,000 people.
Read also: Fun facts about New Zealand’s iconic Eden Park Stadium
Varanasi Cricket Stadium: Project cost
- The Uttar Pradesh government has acquired the land for the stadium for Rs 121 crore.
- The central government will spend around Rs 450 crore for this project.
- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will spend Rs 330 crore on the construction of the Varanasi Cricket Stadium.
Varanasi Cricket Stadium: Project completion date
The Varanasi Cricket Stadium is expected to be constructed by December 2025.
Varanasi Cricket Stadium: Architecture
- The Varanasi Cricket Stadium draws inspiration from Lord Shiva.
- The stadium will have crescent shaped roof covers, flood lights that will be trident shaped and Bilvipatra shaped metallic sheets on the façade.
- The Varanasi Cricket Stadium’s spectators’ gallery will be designed like the steps of the Ghats of Varanasi.
Varanasi Cricket Stadium: Impact on real estate
The Varanasi Cricket Stadium is expected to give rise to commercial realty because of the increase in footfall to watch cricket matches. This will result in increase in employment and pave way for residential development in and around the city.
FAQs
Is Varanasi cricket stadium ready?
No, the foundation stone of the Varanasi cricket stadium was laid by PM Modi on September 23, 2023.
Where is Varanasi cricket stadium?
The Varanasi cricket stadium will be constructed in Rajatalab area.
What is the capacity of Varanasi cricket stadium?
The Varanasi cricket stadium will be built to accommodate close to 30,000 people.
How many stadiums are there in Uttar Pradesh?
Uttar Pradesh has three stadiums with one in Kanpur, one in Lucknow and one under-construction in Varanasi.
Where is biggest cricket stadium?
The biggest cricket stadium in the world is the Narendra Modi Stadium at Ahmedabad.
Does Lucknow have a cricket stadium?
Yes, the Lucknow Cricket Stadium is known as the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.
In which city is Green Park Cricket Stadium?
Green Park Cricket Stadium is located in Kanpur.
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