The iconic British band Coldplay is set to perform their ‘Music of the Years’ concert at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera on January 25-26. The concert is expected to draw more than 1,00,000 attendees each on both days, including VIPs, VVIPs, and fans from across India and abroad.
To ensure security and smooth functioning, Ahmedabad Police have prepared a robust plan encompassing law enforcement, traffic management, and disaster preparedness. Under the Nirbhaya Project, advanced security equipment such as 150 door frame metal detectors, 250 handheld metal detectors, two baggage scanners, and 120 CCTV cameras will be deployed at key locations.
Communication and emergency management will be supported with walkie-talkies, megaphones, and paramedical teams equipped to handle any unforeseen situations.
A disaster management plan, including evacuation protocols, has been prepared in collaboration with the Gujarat State Disaster Management Authority. A mock drill will also be conducted to assess preparedness.
Security Deployment
A total of 3,825 personnel will be deployed for the event, including:
142 Sub-Inspectors (PSI)
63 Police Inspectors (PI)
25 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACP)
14 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCP)
3,581 constables, including women police constables (WPC)
Specialised teams from the Crime Branch, Special Operations Group (SOG), and additional personnel will ensure security at the stadium, metro stations, and nearby hotels.
Traffic Management
A total of 1100 traffic police officials will be deployed in the area to make sure the traffic movement is smooth. The traffic officials will consist of the DCP, ACP, Inspector, Sub-inspector, Constable and traffic brigades.
The traffic police have announced diversions around the stadium to ensure smooth vehicular movement. Key restrictions include:
- Vehicular traffic will not be permitted on Janpath T Junction leading to the stadium’s main gate, Krupa Residency T, and Motera T.
- Alternate routes:
- From Tapovan Circle to ONGC Crossroads via Visat T Junction to Janpath T Junction, leading to Power House Crossroads and Prabodh Rawal Circle.
- After Krupa Residency T Junction, vehicles can use Sharan Status to Apollo Circle via Bhat Koteshwar Road.
From selected parking locations, free ferry/shuttle services will be provided to attendees, with routes decided according to traffic police directives.
75 Maruti Suzuki Eeco for ferry service will be provided on first come – first serve basis.
The service will be managed by a ferry service assistant on pick up and drop points.
Coordination and Monitoring
The police will work closely with medical teams, fire services, and disaster management units to ensure attendee safety. In addition, traffic and hotel security will be closely monitored, ensuring a seamless experience for visitors.
The Coldplay concert is one of the most anticipated events of the year, and Ahmedabad Police are leaving no stone unturned to ensure the safety and comfort of attendees. Fans are advised to plan their travel in advance and adhere to the traffic guidelines.