Over 1,000 police officers will be deployed daily to ensure the safety of the Nepal Premier League (NPL). The police in Kathmandu will use a multi layered strategy to protect players, hotels, fans, and manage traffic around the cricket ground in Kirtipur.
The District Police Range, Kathmandu, has developed a security plan. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dilip Ghimire stated that a police team, including the chief district officer, inspected the Tribhuvan University Cricket Stadium in Kirtipur on Saturday.
Security measures will include managing player accommodations, safeguarding hotels, overseeing transportation between hotels and the ground, and ensuring road safety around the venue.
Daily Deployment of Over 1,000 Police Officers
More than 1,000 police officers will be assigned to secure the tournament, including both uniformed and plainclothes personnel.
Various security measures will be implemented to ensure safe travel for players, staff, and fans on match days.
Special security will be arranged for the opening and closing ceremonies, accommodating VIPs and VVIPs. Their transportation will also receive heightened security.
Security for Players’ Hotels
Security will be established at the eight hotels accommodating players.
Police will oversee the hotels and manage traffic to the cricket ground. They will ensure the safety of players and secure their transportation.
Traffic management will be a crucial aspect of security to prevent congestion while allowing emergency vehicles access.
Use of Drones, CCTV, and Sniffer Dogs
CCTV cameras will monitor the area, with surveillance around the ground managed by police. Additional cameras will be monitored from the police control room.
Drones will also be deployed to observe crowd movements and identify any security concerns from above.
Sniffer dogs will be used to enhance the ability to detect potential risks and respond swiftly to incidents.
Armed Police Force for External Security
In addition to the Nepal Police, the Armed Police Force will also be deployed.
This division of security will cover areas around the cricket ground, hotels, and the venue itself.
The security plan will focus on managing traffic, crowds, and attendees traveling to the event.
Cricket Ground Inspection
Police conducted an inspection of the Tribhuvan University Cricket Stadium as part of the security preparations. Senior police officials and the chief district officer were involved in this assessment. The insights gained will guide police deployment, monitoring, and access management.
Given the NPL’s significance as a major cricket event in Nepal, effective arrangements are essential for the enjoyment of players, staff, and fans.
Comprehensive Security Measures
Police have confirmed the daily deployment of officers to oversee all aspects of the tournament.
This includes managing player accommodations, transportation, crowd control, traffic management, CCTV monitoring, drone surveillance, and trained dog screenings. External security will also be provided by the Armed Police Force.
Authorities are implementing strategies to effectively manage resources during the competition, ensuring the safety of players, fans, staff, and the public.