Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to lay the foundation stone of an international cricket stadium in Varanasi, his parliamentary constituency, on Saturday, September 23, 2023. The stadium, which is estimated to cost Rs 451 crore, will have a capacity of 30,000 spectators and is expected to be completed by December 2025.
The stadium is being built on a 50-acre plot of land in the Saraiya area of Varanasi. It will have all the modern amenities required to host international cricket matches, including a state-of-the-art pitch, floodlights, and a pavilion with corporate boxes.
The construction of the international cricket stadium in Varanasi is a significant development for the city and the state of Uttar Pradesh. It will boost the local economy and promote tourism in the region. The stadium is also expected to inspire and nurture young cricket talent in the state.