- An estimated 10,000 Crore Rupees is going to be transacted during the tournament.
- Apart from the money that is being spent, it creates a flurry of economic activities.
- In any downturn or a recession sporting events create the much needed enthusiasm and positive effect on people. Check out James J. Braddock (of Cinderella Man fame) and Seabiscuit.
- People are going to forget about their job losses and stock market losses and enjoy their time with their family at least for 3-4 hours a day.
- IPL won't be as good without all the noise we Indians create in the stadiums. It's not a test match after all.
I am a working professional. About 20-30% people in my office go home early to watch the matches despite their grievances.
I've always considered P Chidambaram as an intelligent man. His interviews and talks are usually thoughtful. How did he miss these points? He can't let economy go down even further and let people feel insecure. Feeling positive and enjoying 3-4 hours a day is going to be very good for the trembling economy.
I missed out on watching matches live last season. But I wanted to watch at least a couple of matches this season. But looks like I'll have to wait for one more year. Or who knows! Even this may not be possible if there is a hung parliament and there could be another general elections next season as well.
