Langurs Deployed to Control Monkeys at Kanpur Stadium

During the second Test match between India and Bangladesh at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) has hired langurs and their handlers to control the monkey menace, a recurring issue at the venue. Monkeys, prevalent due to the stadium's proximity to natural habitats, often snatch food and disturb broadcast equipment. To mitigate this, langurs, known for their intimidating presence to other monkeys, have been deployed, and black cloths cover camera stands to block the monkeys' view of food. Besides dealing with monkeys, the stadium faces structural issues, with certain stands deemed unsafe for full capacity seating. Despite these challenges, the match proceeded with India winning the toss and opting to bowl first, adding to the drama on the field.