Bus and Building Intervention Exercise at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad by NSG

On 31st July 2025, the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) was honoured to facilitate a Bus & Building Intervention Exercise by the 28 Special Composite Group of the National Security Guard (NSG) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad.

This high-level counter-terrorism drill was conducted as part of NSG's nationwide preparedness strategy to enhance response capabilities at sensitive public venues. The exercise was initiated following a formal request from NSG authorities via official correspondence and permission and necessary coordination from the HCA. Advance reconnaissance was also successfully conducted in the third week of July.

The HCA extended required support to the NSG team while ensuring all internal safety protocols and access conditions were met, in accordance with the mutually agreed terms and conditions. The NSG commandos, under the leadership of Major S. Rohit, Squadron Commander, executed simulated real-time response operations with precision.

The exercise witnessed active collaboration between NSG personnel, Telangana State Police, and on-ground HCA security staff. The drill included:

• Live tactical interventions
• Dog squad coordination
• Emergency entry simulations
• Perimeter control and breach management
• Hostage rescue

The Hyderabad Cricket Association commends the exemplary professionalism, discipline, and preparedness demonstrated by the National Security Guard. This collaboration not only reinforces public safety standards for large venues but also sets a precedent for future engagements in safeguarding critical infrastructure.

We thank the NSG, State Police, and all associated personnel for their commitment to national security, and for choosing our venue for such an impactful and necessary exercise.

HCA feels proud of the brave NSG commandos and is honoured to have hosted this important national security exercise at our premises.