India vs Pakistan ICC World Cup 2023: What's allowed in the Narendra Modi stadium and what is not
Follow our LIVE India vs Pakistan Score Updates here Here's things to keep in mind before travelling to the stadium to watch the match live. The Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) specifically asked Ahmedabad Police to prevent fans from bringing pan masala or gutka into the stadium, as it causes several issues during the game, the Indian Express reported. The masala leads to blockages in bathroom pipes, resulting in waterlogging in the basin.
It also creates a dirty environment, requiring GCA to spend money on stain removal. Although the state government banned gutka and pan masala containing nicotine last year, these substances still manage to enter the market, it added. Also Read: IND vs PAK ICC World Cup 2023: What time does it start, when, where and how to watch; live-streaming and more "It takes a lot of money and manpower to remove these masala stains.
There have been instances where the sink pipe saw blockage, kyunki sab thook ke gaye (because people spat out the masala). We have requested police to ensure that no masala is allowed inside the stadium," a GCA official told the paper. Further, considering the anticipated large crowd, the GCA intends to open the gates by 10 a.m.
to facilitate the smooth entry and timely settling down of spectators. To ensure there are no security lapses, both the authorities and the state unit have decided that spectators will only be allowed to carry purses, mobile phones, hats, and necessary medicines for the game. Any other items will not be permitted, as per a Sportstar report.
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