Although there is a likelihood of the IPL matches not kicking off as scheduled, police were also getting ready to provide security for the matches. Home Minister Jayant Patil said, “We make sure there is enough security where cricket matches are held and places of stay (of players and officials). Even this time, enough measures will be taken at IPL venues.” 

Mumbai Police Commissioner Hasan Gafoor said elaborate security measures will be in place for the upcoming elections and the IPL matches. “Post 26/11, we have stepped up security in the city. With the elections and IPL due next month, we will be evaluating the kind of security to be deployed.”

Navi Mumbai Police Commissioner Ramrao Wagh said. “There is a possibility of two matches in Navi Mumbai stadium. We are yet to receive a formal confirmation,” he said. 

“We have begun intelligence gathering and chalking out plans for deployment of personnel. Last year, for the IPL final, 1,500 personnel and 125 officers were deployed. At present, we do not have any plan to increase deployment. We will be consulting the Mumbai police in this regard,” said Wagh.