PSL2023: Theft of Security Cameras Raises Concerns Over Safety At Gaddafi Stadium During PSL
Published - 26 Feb 2023, 03:01 PM | Updated - 23 Aug 2024, 12:15 AM
There are worries regarding the safety and security of the forthcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches in light of the theft of surveillance cameras and other equipment from Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The incident, which happened only days before the tournament began, has brought attention to the need for improved security measures at sporting events around the nation.
Eight security cameras, an optical fibre line, and generator batteries were reportedly also taken from the stadium. In the Gulberg police station, two cases have been reported, but no arrests have been made as of yet. As a result, the police have come under fire for suspected incompetence and failure to take the necessary precautions to stop the crime.
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Theft At Gaddafi Stadium Serves As Warning To Pakistan Government
People stole CCTV camera equipment for PSL from Gaddafi Stadium ?♂️ https://t.co/J32yXm8hRM
— Sushant Mehta (@SushantNMehta) February 26, 2023
One of Pakistan’s top cricket venues, Gaddafi Stadium has previously played home to a number of prestigious international matches. It serves as the Lahore Qalandars’ home field and was slated to host multiple PSL 8 games before they were recently postponed owing to COVID-19 instances involving players and support personnel.
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Concerns regarding the safety and security of athletes, authorities, and spectators have been expressed in light of the theft of surveillance cameras and other equipment from such a prominent location. It is crucial to remember that maintaining the security of sporting events entails preventing not just theft but also terrorist attacks and other dangers.
It is crucial that the government take all reasonable precautions to safeguard the safety and security of everyone engaged because the PSL and other sporting events in Pakistan have previously encountered security issues. The loss of security cameras and other tools from Gaddafi Stadium serves as a warning that more work has to be done to increase security at sporting events nationwide.
