| Thyagaraj Sports Complex | |
|---|---|
| Location | New Delhi |
| Opened | 2nd April 2010 |
| Construction cost | Rs. 300 crore (US$65m) |
| Capacity | 4,494+1200(open) |
The Thyagaraj Sport Complex is a sports stadium in New Delhi, India. It is owned by the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, and was built from scratch at a cost of Rs. 300 crore (US$65m).It was designed by leading architects PTM of Australia and Kapoor&Associates of Delhi.[1] The venue was built as a venue for the 2010 Commonwealth Games, and was named after the South Indian music composer Thyagaraj.[2]
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Constructed over an area of 16.5 acres[1] with a seating capacity of 4,494, the Thyagaraj Stadium was built with green technologies such as the use of fly ash bricks in construction. The stadium will feature water management systems such as rainwater harvesting, sewage treatment with a capacity of 200,000 litres per day, dual flush systems and sensor-based faucets. Landscaping is being done with an emphasis on native species and reduction in soil toxicity.
In terms of energy efficiency, the Thyagaraj Stadium will be setting a benchmark. Lighting will be provided using solar energy. In addition, building-integrated photovoltaic cells will allow the stadium to feed electricity to the grid.[3]
It is India's first eco friendly sports complex.
The Thyagaraj Stadium is a venue for netball during the 2010 Commonwealth Games, which will be contested from 4–14 October 2010. After the Games, the stadium will house the education department of the Government of Delhi.[4]