Bengaluru is set to receive its biggest sporting infrastructure boost in decades, as Karnataka officially launched work on a new international cricket stadium and integrated sports complex in Anekal taluk, near Bannerghatta National Park, approximately 24 km from the city centre. The project, valued at Rs 943 crore, spans 75 acres and is being developed by the Karnataka Housing Board (KHB).
Key features of the stadium
The cricket stadium will have a seating capacity of 80,000 spectators, making it India's second-largest sporting facility after the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, which accommodates 1,32,000 guests. Beyond cricket, the venue is planned as a multi-disciplinary sports complex equipped with modern infrastructure, advanced training facilities, and international-standard amenities. It is designed to host global sporting events and nurture emerging talent.
Foundation stone ceremony
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar laid the foundation stone for the proposed International Cricket Stadium and Sports Complex at Indlawadi village. Shivakumar described the project as a transformative initiative that would reshape Bengaluru's sporting ecosystem and open new opportunities for aspiring athletes.
