A comprehensive policy to renew the lease agreement of Mumbai’s iconic–sports grounds in South Mumbai—Azad Maidan, Oval Maidan and Cross Maidan—will be prepared and soon tabled before the state government for its approval.

On Friday, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar chaired a meeting to review playgrounds and the renewal status and policies. Pawar stated that lease agreements for the three grounds have expired and directed the revenue, sports, public works and urban development departments to work closely and prepare a policy for a renewal. “The revised renewal policy will be tabled before the state cabinet for its approval and finalised accordingly,” the press release issued by Pawar’s office mentioned.