The reduction of seating capacity in VYBK confuses me.
When the Bengal Govt started laying the bucket seats (hence in Didi's favourite colour), they calculated that the seating capacity will be reduced to 80,000. Later ADK got permission to have 20,000 - 25,000 extra seats ON THE ATHLETIC TRACK. So capacity should be nearabout one lakh, considering having the hospitality boxes, which take up more space, reducing capacity again. But ADK saying it is 68,000 now.
Reason could be slow work speed from the govt's side and leaving the job incomplete; or, ADK's apprehension of lukewarm reaction of the public. Remember, they are giving away 50% (!) discount to students and club members (who else go to a football match in Kolkata?).
Are you sure they allowed laying bucket seats on athletic track? That would have been really odd. As hassan pointed out, they r restricting it to 68k. Though they r citing congestion as the reson, actually it is because stadium wont fill. Even after 50% discounts I am not sure about attendance
No, they are not laying seats on athletic track. Other news, Nicolas Anelka cleared to play tomorrow's game. If AIFF hear from FIFA that his ban has to be served, then he will miss the next three matches. Otherwise, if everything is in his favour, then he can play all matches.
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And will sell.only 68k tickets
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Other news, Nicolas Anelka cleared to play tomorrow's game. If AIFF hear from FIFA that his ban has to be served, then he will miss the next three matches. Otherwise, if everything is in his favour, then he can play all matches.