Ahmedabad: As the city has won the bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, the civic body has picked up the pace in developing sports infrastructure across Ahmedabad. In a related move, the Standing Committee of Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) on Saturday gave the nod for the construction of a new sports complex in front of Pramukh Bungalows, covering T.P. 66 and T.P. 66/A in Ranip Ward of Zone 5. The development comes in response to the lack of sports facilities in the area, as highlighted by the local MLA and councillor. Accordingly, the project has been included in the AMC’s 2024-25 budget, recommended by the Standing Committee.

The project, estimated at ₹43.83 crore, will be constructed on plots T.P. 66/A, Fa. No. 115, 114, 79, and 325 in the New Ranip area. Tenders for the work have already been invited, and construction will commence soon after final approval.

Key Features of the Mini Sports Complex:

• Plot Area: 13,150 sq. m

• Sports Complex Building: Includes a 4-court multipurpose hall, table tennis facility, squash court, gym, administrative area, medical room, and juice bar

• Parking: 51 four-wheeler slots, 64 two-wheeler slots

• Food Court: With outdoor seating

• Swimming Pool: 50m x 25m, covered with a tensile canopy

• Utility Building

• Outdoor Courts: Tennis court, 2 pickleball courts, basketball court

• Road Access: 24-meter-wide road

AMC officials highlighted that the new facility will provide much-needed sports infrastructure to the residents of Ranip Ward, encouraging healthy lifestyles and community engagement. DeshGujarat