Greater Noida, May 1 -- The Greater Noida authority has announced a redevelopment of the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik (SVSP) sports complex in Sector 20, transforming it into a world-class Centre of Excellence under a public-private partnership (PPP) model. The revamped 38-acre facility will focus on training, coaching, and hosting international events across cricket, football, badminton, tennis, and basketball. The authority has earmarked Rs.125 crore for further infrastructure. "We will upgrade the facility into an elite training and development destination aimed at nurturing athletes capable of competing on global stages such as the Olympics and Asian Games," said Ravi Kumar NG, CEO of Greater Noida authority. Currently, the complex houses a cricket ground, badminton courts, an Olympic-standard swimming pool, an athletics track, a gymnasium, and a club zone. Under the redevelopment plan, it will add a sports science centre, rehabilitation unit, and residential facilities for athletes and staff. Officials said the site's proximity-25 minutes from Noida International Airport and 57km from Delhi IGI Airport-makes it ideal for attracting national and international talent. A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) will be formed with the selected bidder to execute a 15-year concession agreement, extendable by 10 years. The concessionaire will manage and monetise the facilities, while the authority retains oversight, including the right to host events 30 days a year and mandate discounts for members. "The project aims to foster a broader sports culture in the state," said a senior officer. The e-tender process began Tuesday; bids close May 29 and technical evaluations begin June 2....