IPL 2024: Security tightened ahead of Punjab Kings v Delhi Capitals in Mohali, 2000 cops to be at Mullanpur stadium

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Indian Premier League 2024: Security for the Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on March 23 will be ensured by a total of 2,000 police officers, as per a Hindustan Times report. Starting at 3.30 pm, Punjab Kings (PBKS) will clash against Delhi Capitals (DC), marking the day's first IPL match. A second match at 7.30 pm is scheduled at Kolkata between the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).

Also Read | PBKS vs DC IPL 2024 Match 2: When and where to watch, live streaming details and more Addressing the media at the stadium, Punjab's special director general of police (law and order), Arpit Shukla, stated that security supervision for the match will be overseen by a DIG-level officer. A total of 2,000 police officers will be deployed at the stadium. Shukla was present at the stadium to oversee the security arrangements for the event.

“We have made ample security arrangements for the match. The Mohali SSP will ensure tight security cover. We will also ensure that the residents around the stadium don’t face any inconvenience and thus the traffic will be properly regulated," Shukla said.

Also Read | IPL 2024: After loss to CSK, RCB skipper Faf says ‘we were about 20 runs short’ On parking arrangements, Shukla added that "adequate" preparation has been made for the match day. He also noted that final traffic routes and plans would necessitate the diversion of some roads. “The stadium can accommodate 33,000 spectators and 7,000 cars can be parked in the arranged parking.