KSCA and RCB Seek Government Nod for IPL Matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium

KSCA President Venkatesh Prasad and RCB representatives met Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara to secure permission for IPL matches at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Despite conditional approval, a final decision will follow further discussions. Previously, cricket was halted due to a tragic incident at the stadium.

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) President Venkatesh Prasad, alongside Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) representatives, engaged in talks with Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara regarding hosting Indian Premier League (IPL) matches at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

A meeting facilitated by KSCA aimed to secure government approval for the matches. Prasad expressed gratitude for the support from Parameshwara, who pledged a follow-up meeting on February 12 to finalize hosting permissions.

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara revealed that conditional permission was granted to KSCA and RCB for the IPL events, with a conclusive decision pending discussions involving BBMP, police, and legal advisors. The stadium's activities were previously suspended due to a tragic stampede incident last year.

(With inputs from agencies.)