Cuttack: The Odisha Police has made elaborate security arrangements for the India–South Africa T20 International cricket match scheduled at the historic Barabati Stadium in Odisha’s Cuttack on December 9.

In order to ensure the safety of players and spectators, over 70 platoons of police force will be deployed as part to the extensive security measures planned for the event. There will also be nine Additional SPs, 40 DSPs, 65 Inspectors, 325 SIs, 38 Havildars/Constables, 208 APR Constables, and 73 women constables.

Officials said one ODRAF unit and two Special Tactical Unit (STU) teams will also be stationed for emergency response. The personnel will oversee stadium security as well as traffic and crowd management.

Security arrangements will cover all points of player movement, including the airport, team hotel, stadium, and travel routes. DGP Y.B. Khurania has instructed officials to ensure foolproof arrangements throughout the event.

The two teams are scheduled to arrive in Bhubaneswar on December 7 and will practice at Baarabati Stadium on December 8.

As offline ticket sales are slated to open on Friday, police deployment at ticket counters will be increased to manage expected crowds and maintain order.