NEW DELHI: Security measures in Ahmedabad and at the Narendra Modi Stadium have been heightened in anticipation of the India-Pakistan World Cup match on Saturday. Police heads from diverse units across Gujarat are in a state of "alert mode," closely monitoring potential anti-social elements and sensitive areas to prevent any untoward incidents, according to officials.
The match is set to take place at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, recognized as the world's largest cricket stadium, from 2 pm to 10 pm. Over 6,000 personnel from the Gujarat police force, in collaboration with the National Security Guard (NSG), Rapid Action Force (RAF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and others, have been deployed in the city and around the stadium situated in the Motera area.