Sachin Tendulkar’s Biggest Fan Sudhir Gautam Denied Entry In PCA Stadium
Nov 28, 2016 at 4:11 PM
Sudhir Gautam, not really an unknown entity for the crowd during India’s cricket match, claims to be Sachin Tendulkar’s biggest fan, like billions out there. Often spotted inside the ground with an Indian flag painted on his body and handing one too, Sudhir was denied an entry into the IS Bindra PCA Stadium on Friday, the venue for India’s third Test against England.
Watching him stand outside the stadium a day before the match begin, a lot of questions started to pop up. With a concerned face, he was staring at a board which stated “To strictly follow the guidelines provided under the Flag Code of India 2002 and Prevention of Insults to the National Honour Act, 1971,” answering few of the doubts which lured in.
PCA confirmed they received a directive related to this and have simply adhered to it, which is why the door was shut on Sudhir, who paints his hair and body in the color of national flag.
Pointing towards the fact that he insulted the national flag in some manner, Sudhir said he did not face any problem while entering the ground in the first two Tests.
“Nobody stopped me there, so I am surprised why it’s happening here. I have brought this to the notice of Indian team’s security in-charge, and he has promised to look into the matter.”