Connectivity and Parking Challenges at Mullanpur Stadium Ahead of IPL Matches
Poor connectivity, parking woes play spoilsport at Mullanpur stadium
Hindustan Times
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The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh faces significant connectivity and parking issues as it prepares for upcoming IPL matches. With a capacity of over 30,000 spectators but only 1,585 parking spaces, residents and visitors are struggling with traffic congestion and inadequate parking facilities.
- 01The stadium has a seating capacity of over 30,000 but only 1,585 parking spaces.
- 02Residents report parking chaos, with many forced to park up to 2 km away.
- 03Road connectivity issues exacerbate traffic congestion during matches.
- 04Plans for multi-level parking and road upgrades have stalled.
- 05Local authorities are working on traffic management but face challenges.
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The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, is set to host two IPL matches, but significant connectivity and parking issues are causing concern among residents and spectators. With a seating capacity exceeding 30,000, the stadium only offers parking for 1,585 vehicles, far below the expert recommendation of 3,000 spaces. Many spectators end up parking as far as 2 km away due to underdeveloped parking areas. Traffic congestion is worsened by a lack of adequate road infrastructure, with only one main road serving the area. The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) has plans for road upgrades and additional parking, but many projects remain incomplete. Local authorities, including Mohali's Superintendent of Police (Traffic) Navneet Mahal, are coordinating traffic management efforts during events, but the persistent issues continue to frustrate the local community.
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The ongoing parking and traffic issues during matches affect local residents' daily commutes and overall quality of life.
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