There will be strict security arrangements in the inaugural match of World Cup 2023, 3500 policemen will be deployed

The opening match of the World Cup 2023 between England and New Zealand will be played on Thursday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Police have ensured that tight security arrangements will be made for the inaugural match. More than 3,500 policemen will be deployed in the stadium. The live-action of the opening match of the World Cup 2023 between England and New Zealand will start at 130 p.m.

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There will be strict security arrangements in the inaugural match of World Cup 2023, 3500 policemen will be deployed
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There will be strict security arrangements in the inaugural match of World Cup 2023, 3500 policemen will be deployed

The opening match of the World Cup 2023 will be played between defending champions England and New Zealand on Thursday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Police said that tight security arrangements have been made and more than 3500 policemen and officers will be deployed.

Ahmedabad CP GS Malik told ANI, "The World Cup will start from October 5. The match will be played here between New Zealand and England. The police have made all preparations. More than 3,500 police forces will be deployed. This will include three additional commissioners, 13 DCP rank officers, and 18 ACPs, who will be used along with 500 home guards. Traffic diversion has been done, and information about which we shared on social media accounts. We also have 9 bomb disposal squads. Rapid response teams will also be there and several rescue operations will be underway at the spot.

An exciting match is expected between New Zealand and England on Thursday. The Kiwi team will try to avenge the last World Cup final. GS Malik said, “People should watch the match peacefully and not dispute or fight with each other. Food items and water bottles are not allowed inside the stadium. People can carry the national flags of their teams, but they should not be made of wood.

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Muskan Kumawat Verified Public Figure • 16 Apr, 2026 Journalist

Muskan Kumawat is a Journalist & Content Writer at Sangri Times English, covering a wide range of topics, including news, entertainment, and trending stories. With a strong passion for storytelling and in-depth reporting, she delivers engaging and informative content to readers.

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