Varanasi To Get International Cricket Stadium; PM Modi To Lay Foundation Stone On Saturday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be laying a foundation stone for the international cricket stadium in Varanasi on Saturday.

At around 1:30 PM, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of the International Cricket Stadium in Varanasi, a statement from his office said.

The international cricket stadium in Varanasi will be a step towards realising Prime Minister's vision to develop modern world-class sports infrastructure. The modern international cricket stadium, to be built in Ganjari, Rajatalab, Varanasi will be developed in more than 30-acre area, at a cost of about Rs 450 crores.

The thematic architecture of this stadium draws inspiration from Lord Shiva, with designs developed for crescent-shaped roof covers, trident-shaped shaped flood-lights, ghat steps-based seating, Bilvipatra-shaped metallic sheets on the facade. The stadium will have a capacity of 30,000 spectators.

"At around 3:15 PM, Prime Minister will reach Rudraksh International Cooperation and Convention Centre and will participate in the closing ceremony of Kashi Sansad Sanskritik Mahotsav 2023. He will also inaugurate 16 Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya built across Uttar Pradesh, during the programme," the statement added.

With an aim to further enhance access to quality education, Sixteen Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya across Uttar Pradesh, built at a cost of about Rs 1115 crores, have been started exclusively for children of labourers, construction workers and orphans due to COVID-19 pandemic, with an aim to provide quality education and help in holistic development of Children. Each school is constructed in an area of 10-15 acres with classrooms, sports ground, recreational areas, a mini auditorium, hostel complex, mess and residential flats for staff. These residential schools intend to eventually accommodate 1000 students each, the press release added.

The Prime Minister's aspiration to enhance the cultural richness of Kashi has resulted in the inception of the Kashi Sansad Sanskritik Mahotsav. This festival saw an enthusiastic turnout of over 37,000 individuals from 17 diverse disciplines, showcasing their talents in singing, instrumental performances, street plays, dancing, and more. Exceptional participants will have the opportunity to present their cultural talents at the Rudraksh International Cooperation and Convention Centre during the event.