Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun

Dehradun International Cricket Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in the Raipur area of Dehradun, Uttarakhand. It is the first international level stadium in the state. It was constructed by Shapoorji Pallonji Engineering and Construction. The cost of this stadium is 237 crore.HistorySince, the formation of the state 2000, the state suffered a blow to its sport facilities as Uttar Pradesh had the entire infrastructure for sports. Uttarakhand had hosted very few matches of Ranji Trophy. Due to lack of infrastructure the players started moving to different states.In November 2012, Chief Minister Uttarakhand of that time Vijay Bahuguna laid the foundation of the stadium. On 16 December 2016, Chief Minister Harish Rawat inaugurated the stadium along with Mr. Rajeev Shukla, Chairperson of IPL. The total cost of stadium is Rs. 237.20 Crore. The swanky stadium is located amidst picturesque surroundings in Raipur area of and has a seating capacity of 25,000 people along with flood lights facility for conducting day night matches. The seats inside the stadium have been arranged in such a manner that it gives a look of Aipan, a traditional Kumaoni art. The stadium is the first one of international standards in the state. Complex. The stadium is constructed as per international norms. The stadium and sports complex is built in 23 acres.