On September 23, 2023, legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar reached Varanasi to attend the historic foundation stone laying ceremony of the Varanasi Cricket Stadium. Tendulkar was joined by other cricket greats such as Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri, and Dilip Vengsarkar.
The new stadium is being built as part of the Uttar Pradesh government’s ambitious plan to promote cricket in the state. It will be a state-of-the-art facility with a capacity of 50,000 spectators. The stadium is expected to be completed within three years and will host international and domestic cricket matches.
Tendulkar’s presence at the foundation stone laying ceremony is a testament to the importance of the project. He expressed his excitement about the new stadium and said that it will be a great boost for cricket in Varanasi.
The construction of the Varanasi Cricket Stadium is a historic event for the city and the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is a sign of the government’s commitment to promoting cricket and providing world-class facilities for players and fans.