There will be discreet security and presence of uniformed police will be much less in the Men’s Hockey World Cup-2018 to be held from November 28 to December 16 in Bhubaneswar.
While earlier there was a plan of deployment of over 150 platoons of police force, it has been scaled down to 80 platoons, sources said. Home Secretary Asit Tripathy along with the Team Odisha, which visited World Women’s Hockey held in london recently, is in no mood to make this international event a heavy security affair. ‘lean policing’ will make the global event more popular as it was seen in the Hockey Women’s World Cup, london. During the tournament, there were hardly any police in the stadium, admitted Tripathy.
The concept of ‘Fan Zone’ will add to the glamour as it will be a hub open to everyone; so everyone will be able to make best use of enthusiasm before, during and after the matches. The Fan Zone will be a must visit destination for anyone looking for a great day out and sharing in the atmosphere of the World Cup. There will be big television screen, meet and greet with players, live music, entertainment and an exciting, diverse street food offering from popular street food providers, catering for all dietary requirements. The zone will be a fun filled area, where players, officials and crowd will have restriction free movement and it will facilitate enjoyment.