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Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah lays foundation for new cricket stadium to be built on 41 acres

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Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah lays foundation for new cricket stadium to be built on 41 acres
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  • KSCA to build a new cricket stadium in Tumakuru
  • It is being built on 41 acres of land
  • The move will create more job opportunities

Tumakuru district's long-held aspiration for an international cricket stadium is finally moving forward. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated the project by laying its foundation stone on Sunday. The state-of-the-art stadium will be constructed on 41 acres of land allocated to the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB). The site, located at PGollahalli and Sorekunte in the Tumakuru Industrial Corridor, will be developed at an estimated cost of ₹150 crore.

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The project is expected to be completed in two years and promises to be a world-class facility. During the inauguration, CM Siddaramaiah emphasized the importance of the initiative for the region. “Tumakuru, located just 90 kilometers from Bengaluru and roughly an hour and 15 minutes away by road, is home to many cricket enthusiasts. This stadium will nurture talent and create job opportunities through its construction and operations,” he said.

The CM also revealed that 51 acres had been allotted for the project to ensure sufficient space for future developments. The stadium is anticipated to boost cricket’s popularity in the region while contributing to Tumakuru's overall growth. Local fans and players alike have welcomed the development, viewing it as a stepping stone for better cricketing opportunities and economic advancement in the district.

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