BHUBANESWAR: The Odisha government on Monday estimated an expenditure of Rs 89.5 crore for the upcoming Hockey World League and Men’s World Cup, officials said.
This was revealed after Odisha chief secretary AP Padhi, during a meeting, reviewed the progress of the preparations for the upcoming FIH Hockey World League Final – 2017 and Men’s World Cup – 2018.
“As per preliminary estimates around Rs.89.5 crore would be invested for both the events.” A P Padhi said.
Padhi also directed the sports department to do the detailing of each of the activities and monitor them.
It was also decided that the sitting capacity of the Kalinga Stadium would be increased to 15,000 from the present capacity of 5,000.
In addition, the changing rooms as well as utility rooms for players will be developed.
