Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (SS)

Mangaluru, Oct 14: Sites for an international-level cricket stadium, a police firing training centre and a horse academy have been identified in and around the city.

The long and much-awaited dream of an international cricket stadium in the coastal district is likely to fructify soon. A proposal to build a cricket stadium at Konaje has been submitted to the government.

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A modern and a well-equipped cricket stadium has been a dream for all cricket lovers of the coastal districts. A 22-acre land owned by the government near the Mangalore University has been reserved for building a cricket stadium.

Former deputy commissioner Dr K V Rajendra had prepared the design and sent the proposal to the government. It is said that the government is likely to approve the construction of a stadium in Mysuru at the regional office initially to be followed by the cricket stadium proposal for Mangaluru.

Officials of the Karnataka State Cricket Association are enthused about building a cricket stadium in Mangaluru. Officials have assured that construction of the cricket stadium will be taken up after the government accords its approval and allots the land for the purpose.

A detailed project report (DPR) for the stadium is being prepared and the construction is likely to be completed within three years. The district administration has assured the cricket officials of all assistance and cooperation, Dr Rajendra had informed.

In Bondel, a five-acre plot has been identified that is related to NMPT for setting up a horse riding centre and a police firing training centre.