Tamilnadu CM Inaugurates Kalaignar Karunanidhi Stand at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai

• Chennaivision


• 18 Mar 2023

Chennai. The M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, also known as the Chepauk Stadium, has always been a place of pride and heritage for cricket fans in Tamil Nadu. yesterday, the stadium witnessed a historic moment as the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, M.K. Stalin,  the newly built Kalaignar Karunadhi Stand.

The stand is named after the late Dr. M. Karunanidhi, who was a prominent leader of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party and served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for five terms. The new stand is a tribute to his contributions to the state and his love for cricket.

The Kalaignar Karunanidhi Stand is an impressive structure with a seating capacity of around 12,000 people. It has been built with state-of-the-art facilities, including air-conditioned boxes, restaurants, and other amenities for the comfort of the spectators. The stand also boasts of a beautiful view of the pitch and the surrounding areas.

During the inauguration ceremony, the Hon’ble Chief Minister addressed the crowd and expressed his excitement about the newly built stand. He spoke about the importance of sports and its role in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. He also acknowledged the contributions made by Dr. Karunanidhi towards the development of sports in the state and his love for cricket.

The Chief Minister also emphasized the need to promote cricket at the grassroots level and to provide adequate infrastructure and facilities to budding players. He announced that the government would be investing more in the development of sports in the state, with a focus on improving the infrastructure and providing more opportunities for young athletes.

The Kalaignar Karunanidhi Stand is not just a magnificent structure, but it also represents the rich cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu and the love for cricket that the people of the state share. The stand is a fitting tribute to a great leader who contributed immensely to the development of the state and its people.