U.P. CM Adityanath lays foundation stone of international cricket stadium in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath laid the foundation stone for an international cricket stadium in Gorakhpur. The stadium will have a seating capacity of 30,000 and will be part of a larger sports complex on 60 acres of land. This development aims to generate employment opportunities and enhance the local economy.
- ▪The international cricket stadium will be built on 46 acres at a cost of around ₹393 crore.
- ▪A world-class sports complex will also be constructed on the adjoining 60 acres, providing facilities for various indoor and outdoor games.
- ▪The project is expected to create a new chain of hotels, restaurants, and markets in the area, generating numerous jobs.
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday (May 16, 2026) laid the foundation stone of an international cricket stadium in Gorakhpur, announcing that a new sports complex will come up on 60 acres of land adjacent to the facility.“While an international cricket stadium with a seating capacity of 30,000 spectators will be built on 46 acres, a world-class sports complex will also be constructed on the adjoining 60 acres. All indoor game facilities will be made available there, and outdoor games such as hockey will also be possible.
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