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Following Kerala Blasters’ ministerial appeal, the government resolved the stadium rent standoff ahead of Sunday's fixture, slashing the per-match fee to ₹3.5 lakh and the security deposit to ₹25 lakh.
Minister KM Shaji is reviewing Kerala Blasters' appeal for lower stadium rent. With the GCDA committee dissolved, the state government must decide on the lease terms before the club's upcoming fixtures.
Kerala Blasters remain optimistic about hosting Mumbai City FC in Kochi on Sunday, despite a recurring stadium rent dispute with the Greater Cochin Development Authority temporarily halting ticket sales and match preparations.
Sports Minister O J Janeesh stated the Greater Cochin Development Authority is included in the tax probe concerning the Kaloor stadium renovation, attributing political motivations and significant misuse of government systems to the previous Left-led administration.
Questions arise regarding ₹70-crore stadium renovation costs claimed by a sponsor, as owners doubt the expenditure and lack of clarity on how much was actually spent, despite no direct agreement.
A Kerala minister recommended a Vigilance probe into corruption and substandard construction at Kochi's P&T Apartments, citing serious safety and structural defects reported by residents and an MLA.
Following Kerala's election transition, K Chandran Pillai resigned as GCDA Chairman after four years, citing administrative shifts and expressing satisfaction with modernising Kochi's urban landscape.
GCDA has demanded a ₹25 lakh security deposit from KFA by 1 pm on March 30.
Khalid Jamil was refused entry to the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in Kochi as he arrived for a press conference in connection with the AFC Asian Cup qualifier.
Despite a brief life and prolonged illness, Clint created over 25,000 paintings, displaying remarkable maturity for his age.
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