The overall security set-up is divided into five key pillars - security for stadium and spectators, traffic and parking arrangement, security for the cricket teams, close watch on anti-social elements and making sure that no untoward incident takes place in the entire state., Ahmedabad News, Times Now
Police units in Gujarat have been instructed to be on high alert and closely monitor anti-social elements and sensitive areas during and after the India-Pakistan World Cup cricket match. More than 6,000 personnel from the Gujarat police force, along with other security forces, will be deployed in Ahmedabad city and at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The security measures include ensuring the safety of the stadium and spectators, managing traffic and parking, monitoring anti-social elements, and preventing any untoward incidents. The police force is fully prepared and additional units have been put on alert for quick deployment if needed.
The Western Railway on Thursday said it would run one more pair of superfast special trains between Mumbai and Ahmedabad to ease the extra rush of cricket fans heading for a crucial match