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 	 Fire incident in Eden Gardens Stadium</p>
<p>	 Incident Occurred in the Stadium&#8217;s Dressing Room	 	</p>
<p>						KOLKATA: Just months away from the highly anticipated ICC ODI World Cup 2023, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) finds itself grappling with an unexpected setback. A devastating fire erupted within the historic confines of Eden Gardens Stadium, one of the venues slated to host crucial matches during the tournament. The incident occurred in the stadium&#8217;s dressing room, sending shockwaves through the cricketing community.</p>
<p>According to the fire department, the flames ignited at 11:50 pm on Wednesday, casting a fiery blaze that took over an hour to bring under control. Preliminary investigations suggest that a short circuit triggered the inferno, causing significant damage to the dressing room&#8217;s false ceiling and the valuable equipment and memorabilia stored within it.</p>
<p>The incident has forced a halt to all communications and activities within Eden Gardens, raising concerns about the readiness of the venue for the impending World Cup. The Cricket Association of Bengal had recently submitted a comprehensive security report to the International Cricket Council (ICC), earning approval for the stadium&#8217;s preparations. However, this fire has placed a cloud of uncertainty over the overall readiness of the iconic venue.</p>
<p>Fire officials managed to avert a potential disaster, preventing the flames from spreading further. Despite their commendable work, many cherished items belonging to cricketers, along with essential equipment, were tragically consumed by the fire.</p>
<p>Notably, Eden Gardens was slated to host five key matches during the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, including a crucial semi-final. The opening match at this historic ground is scheduled for October 28, pitting Netherlands against Bangladesh, while the second contest on October 31 will see Pakistan facing Bangladesh.<br />
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