Salt Lake Stadium or Yuva Bharati Krirangan is the largest stadium in India, and at one time one of the largest sports venues in the world. It has been home to Indian Super League side Atlético de Kolkata since 2014.
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Stadium Facts
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Team: | ATK Mohun Bagan FC |
| Opened: | 1984 |
| Capacity: | 85,000 |
| Address: | Salt Lake, Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Stadium Names | |
| Names: | Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan |
| Construction Details | |
| Architect: | M/S. Ballardie | Thompson & Matthews | Pvt. Ltd. | M/S. H.K. Sen & Associates |
| Renovated: | 2011, 2014, 2016–2017 |
Salt Lake Stadium History
Salt Lake Stadium was inaugurated in January 1984 with a football tournament known as the Jawaharlal Nehru International Gold Cup. Multi-purpose by design with an athletics track around the perimeter of the pitch, Salt Lake Stadium has however come to be associated more closely with football.
Since opening the stadium has been home to no less than four Indian Football League Teams: East Bengal F.C, Mohammedan S.C, Mohun Bagan A.C, and Prayag United S.C. They were later joined by newly formed Indian Super League side, Atlético de Kolkata in 2014.
Out of the eight venues used for the inaugural Indian Super League Season, Salt Lake Stadium was the only ground to feature an artificial playing surface. Although more durable this prompted debate between the various teams of the league who were concerned about platers safety.
Home to the Indian National Team since the 1980s, in the past the stadium has not always met the international stadium standards. This has however changed ever since FIFA sanctioned a match between Argentina and Venezuela on 2nd September 2011.
India’s largest stadium will be further renovated in the coming years in preparation for the Under 17s World Cup in 2017. Salt Lake Stadium is set to be the centrepiece of the stadium, and will likely hold the opening ceremony and finals.
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Where is Salt Lake Stadium?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who plays at Salt Lake Stadium?
Indian side ATK Mohun Bagan FC play their home matches at Salt Lake Stadium.
What is the capacity of Salt Lake Stadium?
As of 2024 Salt Lake Stadium has an official seating capacity of 85,000 for Football matches.
When was Salt Lake Stadium opened?
Salt Lake Stadium officially opened in 1984 and is home to ATK Mohun Bagan FC
Are there any Covid restrictions at the stadium?
Covid Restrictions may be in place when you visit Salt Lake Stadium in 2024. Please visit the official website of ATK Mohun Bagan FC for full information on changes due to the Coronavirus.
