Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium Presentation Notes

Introduction

• Proud achievement for the nation, recognized in the Guinness Book of Records.
• Significant construction efforts included:
  • 11,000 metric tons of steel
  • 42,000 cubic meters of concrete
  • 2,300 construction professionals involved
  • 20 yards of work per day for 15 months
  • Over 2 million safety personnel involved

Location and Significance

• Location: Rourkela, Sundargarh District, Odisha
  • Known as the cradle of Indian hockey
  • Celebrating 75 years of Indian independence
  • Named after Birsa Munda, a prominent tribal leader
• The World Cup aligns with India's independence movement.

Project Leadership

• Led by Vinil Krishna, crucial in executing the vision.
• World Cup hosted for the first time on a grand scale in 2018, with Rourkela as a host for 2023 alongside Bhuvaneshwar.

Challenges and Resilience

• Initial plans complicated by COVID-19, which delayed infrastructure development.
• Supply lines resumed post-COVID, and work resumed at full pace.
• The complex will cover 47 acres, featuring:
  • World Cup Village
  • Residential facilities (including a swimming pool) for athletes and officials
  • Practice center with recovery facilities

Construction Details

• Construction of the main stadium began with a deadline set for September 2022.
• Key milestones:
  • Completion of the practice pitch
  • Delivery of turf from Germany
  • Use of prefabricated structural steel for quicker construction
• Challenges included extreme heat and heavy monsoon rains.

Stadium Features

• Turf Composition: Synthetic turf made from sugarcane waste and recycled tire materials.
• Seating: Ergonomically designed seats for spectator comfort and unobstructed views.
• Lighting: Advanced system with eight high masts for optimal illumination.

World Cup Village

• Built to accommodate teams due to limited hotel space in Rourkela.
• Covers 160,000 square feet, featuring:
  • 225 rooms in three blocks
  • Kitchen and gymnasium
  • Reception and recreational facilities

Final Stages

• As the deadline approached, teams worked hard to complete the stadium and village.
• Inspections: High-level meetings and inspections took place leading up to the event.

Legacy and Future Use

• The stadium will serve as a public plaza, open for year-round usage.
• Designed to be differently-abled friendly.
• Aims to foster a legacy of future hockey champions.

Conclusion

• The stadium is viewed as an engineering marvel with a seating capacity exceeding 20,000.
• An exciting showcase for the Hockey World Cup 2023, featuring 44 matches and 16 teams over 17 days.