India vs Pakistan: Fan Security Measures for Nassau County Stadium
Cricket fans in huge numbers are expected to be present at the Nassau County Stadium to watch the India vs Pakistan match on Sunday. For them, this is the game of the the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. A massive turnout is expected both inside and outside the stadium. What about the fans’ security, then? Being a neutral venue, is there adequate security for smooth conduct of the game in New York? A sea of Blue and Green fans are expected to be at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium hours before the game. The fans are expected to fill in the stands, and thousands are likely to line-up outside the venue too. What are the security measures in place by New York Police? Keeping in mind the magnitude of the India vs Pakistan game, both the ICC and the USA Cricket Board have set up strict measures to for a smooth conduct of the cricket match. New York Police: For the Fans One of the biggest challenge for the police would be the parking and traffic congestion expected, with 34,000 plus fans expected to be at the venue. Is there a security threat for the India vs Pakistan match?India locking horns with their big rivals Pakistan is a headache for the security personnel. New York is now getting to know why. This is the first time, these two South-Asian neighbors will collide on the US soil. Last week, Long Island authorities said they received a ‘lone-wolf attack’ threat, which means an individual might try to carry out a mass murder attempt in a public place. The NYPD has assured fans that the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium will be the ‘safest place’ on June 9 due to increased security measures. Recently, in India’s only warm-up game against Bangladesh, a fan ran onto the pitch to meet the Indian captain, Rohit Sharma. Given the ongoing threats to players and teams for the World Cup, the fan was tackled to the ground by NY police as he approached the 36-year-old. Nassau Police Force Working Hard to Ensure Fans SafetyThe Nassau police force has been working closely with the NY police, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and USA Homeland Security to counter any threats during the ongoing tournament. Nassau County executive Bruce Blakeman stated that the security for the World Cup will be similar to the Super Bowl, but much tighter. Fans will have to go through heavy security checks before entering the stadium.“India vs. Pakistan is like the Super Bowl on steroids. We had no idea how huge it was,” Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said. “We want to put our best foot forward.“ Last week, a pro-ISIS group posted a photo on social media showing a hooded man with a gun and the date June 9 – the day of the India vs. Pakistan match. It was captioned: “You wait for the matches … and we wait for you.” With a perfect security plan in place, fans can expect a smooth and hassle-free India vs. Pakistan contest at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The extensive preparations show how seriously the ICC and the USA Cricket Board are taking the safety of players and spectators for this important game. The New York Police is trying its level best to turn the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, the safest place to be come, June 9th. You may also like: The Sportz Planet Desk, Atharva Shetye
