An official has confirmed that over 2,500 police officers will be on duty for the India-Bangladesh T20 match scheduled for Sunday in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. This significant deployment aims to ensure the safety and security of players and fans during the event. The local authorities are taking precautionary measures to maintain order and facilitate a smooth experience for everyone attending the match, reflecting the importance of the event in the cricketing calendar and the enthusiasm of the local crowd.
Over 2,500 police Officers Assigned for The First T20 match:
The extensive security measures are being implemented following a call by right-wing groups for a match-day shutdown, protesting alleged attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh since the Sheikh Hasina government fell in August. To ensure safety, the two hotels accommodating the teams have been fortified with heightened security protocols since Wednesday, according to officials. This move reflects the escalating tensions surrounding the situation and the need for increased protection during the event.
Gwalior Zone Inspector General of Police Arvind Saxena said, “ On the day of the match, personnel will be on the streets from 2pm. They will be on duty till spectators reach home after the game is over. After prohibitory orders were invoked, monitoring has been tightened. We are keeping an eye on social media as well.”
On Thursday, the district magistrate issued prohibitory orders to prevent protests and the dissemination of inflammatory content, particularly on social media, to maintain peace and ensure a smooth match. These orders will remain in effect until October 7. The upcoming game is set to take place at the Madhavrao Scindia International Stadium, which has a seating capacity of 30,000. This precautionary measure aims to create a secure environment for the event.
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India’s T20I Squad Against Bangladesh:
The series will kick off with its opening match in Gwalior on October 6. Subsequently, the second and third matches are scheduled to take place in Delhi and Hyderabad on October 9 and October 12, respectively. Fans can anticipate a thrilling series of games as the teams compete across these three venues, promising an exciting showcase of talent and sportsmanship.
Suryakumar Yadav will lead the Indian team in the T20I series at home, featuring no members from the Test squad. In contrast, Najmul Hossain Shanto will captain the Bangladesh team, aiming for their first-ever series win against India. This series offers Bangladesh a chance to end their losing streak against the strong Indian side. Notably, Hardik Pandya will return for India, while fast bowler Mayank Yadav is set to make his international debut after impressing in IPL 2024 with his pace exceeding 150 km/h.
India’s Squad: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Riyan Parag, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Varun Chakaravarthy, JItesh Sharma (WK), Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Mayank Yadav
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