More than 1,500 additional police personnel, 50 snipers, Elite Force teams and Special Protection Unit personnel have been deployed in Rawalpindi as Pakistan prepares for the Sri Lanka T20I series and upcoming Tri-Nation ODI series.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will host seven matches between October 4 and November 13, with authorities putting extensive security measures in place.The arrangements include:
1,500+ additional security personnel 50 snipers deployed 200 additional CCTV cameras Walk-through security gates and NADRA verification Bomb Disposal Squad on standby Dedicated control room 200 walkie-talkie sets and 20 police vehicles 30-bed emergency field hospital Ambulance and fire brigade on standby Shuttle services from designated parking areas Roads around the stadium closed or diverted Food Street on Double Road closed as a security measureAuthorities say the measures are designed to ensure the safety of players, officials and spectators while providing the visiting teams with a peaceful environment.
Sri Lanka have arrived in Pakistan. The cricket is about to begin — but behind the scenes, a massive security operation is already underway.Do you think such heavy security is necessary for international cricket in Pakistan? 