NFR unveiled its newly upgraded cricket ground at the NFRSA Complex located at Maligaon, Guwahati on November 18.
Maligaon, November 18 (MExN): The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has unveiled its newly upgraded cricket ground at the NFRSA Complex located at Maligaon, Guwahati. The inauguration ceremony held on November 17 was graced by Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, General Manager of NFR along with other senior officials of the zone. The event was marked by a spirited cricket match between the teams of Open line and Construction of NFR.
The NFR stadium is known for hosting 33 first-class cricket matches since its inception in 1976 that has now been renovated to meet BCCI standards. With dimensions conforming to professional requirements, the stadium boasts modern upgrades including a semi-automatic sprinkler system, a fast-drainage mechanism, and a newly revitalized pitch and outfield for an up class national level cricket event. These enhancements were undertaken at an investment of Rs. 1.5 crore to pave the way for hosting high-profile events such as Ranji Trophy matches. Additionally, the construction of state-of-the-art pavilions is underway and will be completed soon. Further, provision for stadium lighting system with flood lights to conduct national level televised cricket matches will be installed in the ground elevating the venue’s status as a premier sporting hub in the region.
The upgraded stadium signifies NFR’s commitment to fostering sports and promoting excellence in the NE region of India. Beyond being a platform for professional athletes, the facility aims to inspire young talent and nurture future generations of sports enthusiasts. With world-class infrastructure now available, aspiring players will have the opportunity to train and compete in a professional environment, fostering both sporting skills and personal growth, Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, Chief Public Relations Officer, NFR stated in a press release.
