Dubai: The diaspora is excited as the Asia Cup starts once more on the soil of Dubai today. However, the Dubai Police and other authorities are warning regarding the safety precautions to be taken by those who come to watch the game. Apart from following this, you have to make your own preparations to reach the stadium. The matches start at 6 pm. The gate of the stadium will open at three. The gallery will be accessible from this time. However, those arriving before this time are unlikely to be allowed into the stadium compound.
As the India-Pakistan match is likely to be very crowded, it should be possible to leave at least two hours before the match. There is sure to be a huge traffic jam in this area. It is advisable not to call a taxi. A good amount of money will be lost as waiting charges in the traffic jam itself. It is also best to avoid calling a taxi immediately following the match. Those coming in their own vehicle should carry the ticket. Without a ticket, the vehicle will not be allowed to park in the stadium. Don’t trust people who approach you with black market tickets.
Authorities have already warned that there is no guarantee that you will be able to get inside with this ticket. Must carry ID proof. If you have things like power bank and selfie stick in your hand, you should leave them in your vehicle to go to the stadium. Once inside the gallery, do not exit and no re-entry. No outside food or water is allowed. Must be purchased from inside the stadium. If you enter the stadium early, you can grab the appropriate seat. We must remember that Dubai Police’s radars and drones are always watching us. Do not bring pets.
Taking pictures on mobile phones is not prohibited, but taking pictures on professional cameras is not allowed. Umbrellas, sharp instruments, firecrackers, flags and banners of political parties are not allowed. The match will end by 9.30. It is better to take the vehicle following the traffic has subsided rather than leaving with the vehicle immediately.
