{"id":10529,"date":"2025-12-28T21:56:39","date_gmt":"2025-12-28T16:26:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slsports.lk\/?p=10529"},"modified":"2025-12-28T21:56:40","modified_gmt":"2025-12-28T16:26:40","slug":"clarification-regarding-the-provision-of-sugathadasa-stadium-for-a-musical-concert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/slsports.lk\/si\/clarification-regarding-the-provision-of-sugathadasa-stadium-for-a-musical-concert\/","title":{"rendered":"\u200bClarification Regarding the Provision of Sugathadasa Stadium for a Musical Concert"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A clarification is hereby issued regarding the situation that has arisen concerning the use of the Sugathadasa Stadium for a musical concert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bThe outdoor stadium was agreed to be provided for a musical concert scheduled to be held on December 28th. The current running track at the Sugathadasa Stadium is in a dilapidated condition, making it unsuitable for athletic competitions. Consequently, the process of calling for tenders to remove the existing track and reconstruct a new one has already commenced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bDue to the presence of potholes and significant wear, the track is currently not utilized for any sporting events. Since the stadium will remain inactive for sports during the upcoming reconstruction period, the management authority agreed to lease the premises for the concert subject to relevant charges.<br>\u200bThe responsibility for the event lies with the organizers. Furthermore, the concert will not cause any additional significant damage to the track, as the current surface is already slated for complete removal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bWe strongly condemn the distorted statements made by certain individuals and the unethical, false reporting by some media outlets that portray this event as a major blow to sports and the stadium infrastructure.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A clarification is hereby issued regarding the situation that has arisen concerning the use of the Sugathadasa Stadium for a musical concert. \u200bThe outdoor stadium was agreed to be provided for a musical concert scheduled to be held on December 28th. 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