Moin-ul-Haq Stadium

Moin-ul-Haq Stadium previously known as Dr. Rajendra Prasad stadium is located in Rajendra Nagar, Patna, Bihar, India. The multi-purpose stadium has hosted three One Day International (ODI) matches including one from the 1996 Cricket World Cup. The stadium has a capacity of 25,000 people. It is used for cricket and association football. It is the home ground of Bihar Ranji Team. The government has proposed the stadium development expanding its seating capacity to 42,500. It is maintained by Bihar Cricket Association. Bihar Ranji Team had currently played many Ranji matches on this ground. It is named after Syed Muhammad Moin-ul-Haq, an Indian Sports administrator and former principal of Patna College. History The stadium was previously known as Dr. Rajendra Prasad Stadium. It was renamed in 1970 after the death of icon Moin-ul-Haq, who was general secretary of Indian Olympic Association (IOA), India's chef-de-mission of the Indian Olympic contingent in 1948 to London and in 1952 to Helsinki, and one of the founding vice-presidents along with K A D Naoroji of the Bihar Cricket Association, in the year 1936 at Jamshedpur, of Bihar. Ground information It was a state-of-the-art stadium in India with modern seating, equipment and facilities for players and spectators alike. But as the stadium is being neglected by the Board of Control for Cricket in India when it comes to hosting of international match because of problem between the Bihar Cricket Association and the Board of Control for Cricket in India, it has become totally outdated (more after the Indian Premier league emerged and other stadiums became Up-To-Date). After Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar, Bihar lost its Ranji Trophy team status. So, no Ranji Trophy matches are even held here. The stadium features a swimming pool and a cricket academy. It has a "Turf" pitch that follows the international standard. It is very near to Rajendra Nagar Terminal. List of Five Wicket Hauls Key One Day Internationals Stadium facilities and accessibility In 2013, it was announced by the Chief Minister of Bihar Nitish Kumar that an international cricket stadium will be constructed at Rajgir, Nalanda district and Moin-ul-Haq Stadium and Patliputra Sports Complex's indoor stadium will go for renovations. Underground metro station of Patna Metro is being constructed near the stadium. Revival The Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna is undergoing a significant transformation to become a world-class sports facility. This initiative is led by the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) in collaboration with the Bihar government and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Renovation Timeline & Project Scope Commencement: Renovation work began in April 2025 following the completion of the detailed project report and the selection of a construction agency. Completion Target: The project aims to be completed by 2027. Budget: The BCCI has approved a budget of approximately ₹400 crore for the stadium's redevelopment. Planned Features & Facilities The revamped stadium will include: Seating Capacity: Expansion to accommodate 40,000–50,000 spectators. Corporate & VIP Amenities: 76 corporate boxes and accommodation for 250 VIPs. Sports Complex: Facilities for badminton, volleyball, swimming, and more. Hospitality Services: A hotel, restaurants, and a players' hostel. Cricket Academy: A dedicated cricket academy. Infrastructure: Features like floodlights, advanced drainage systems, and indoor practice arenas. Government & BCCI Collaboration Ownership Transfer: In December 2024, the Bihar government transferred the stadium to the BCA on a 30-year lease, waiving a ₹37 crore land registry fee. BCCI Approval: The BCCI has endorsed the renovation, emphasizing the development of cricket infrastructure in Bihar. See also Rajgir International Cricket Stadium Patliputra Sports Complex References External links ESPNcricinfo Website - Ground Page