Mumbai's Iconic Azad Maidan Deteriorates, Parents Raise Alarm As Pitches Turn Unsafe For Young Players
Published on: Nov. 30, 2025, 8:52 a.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
Parents of young footballers in Mumbai have warned the sports ministry about worsening conditions at Azad Maidan, claiming uneven, stone ridden grounds are causing injuries to children. With the MSSA unable to repair the pitches due to an expired lease and reduced space after Metro work, parents are demanding immediate intervention and approval for a CSR funded ground upgrade.
