Malkajgiri police commissioner B. Sumathi announced the arrangements while speaking to the media on Tuesday, along with deputy commissioners of police (DCPs) and representatives of the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA). The match is scheduled for Wednesday evening.

408 CCTV cameras and two drones to monitor stadium

Police have set up a command and control room to monitor security arrangements using technology. The stadium and its surroundings will be kept under surveillance through 408 CCTV cameras and, for the first time, two drones, Sumathi said.

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Police will focus on detecting fake ticket sales, fraudulent websites and online crimes. Personnel will be deployed both inside and outside the stadium. Five SHE Teams have been assigned to ensure the safety of women and children.

Spectators advised to use public transport

Sumathi urged spectators to use Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) buses and Metro Rail services to reach the stadium.

Police have written to the concerned departments seeking additional bus services before and after the match, as well as extended Metro Rail operating hours. Spectators will be allowed into the stadium from two hours before the match begins, she said.

25,000 tickets sold; 40,000 spectators expected

Around 40,000 spectators are expected to watch the match at the stadium. As many as 25,000 tickets have already been sold, Sumathi said.

She later inspected the security arrangements at the stadium along with other police officials and HCA representatives.

TGSRTC to operate 60 special buses

TGSRTC has made special transport arrangements for the T20 match. It will operate 60 special buses to Uppal Stadium from different parts of the city.

The buses will run continuously from 6 pm to midnight, TGSRTC Greater Hyderabad executive director A. Sridhar said in a statement.

Passengers can call 99592 26160 for details.