With Anthony Albanese touring India this week, the Modi government will put on a show to send a message that his country is ready to embrace Australia.
"They're really bad seats," Mr Hill said.
Critics say they would be not be surprised if tickets were reserved for supporters of the Modi government, to ensure that his event with Mr Albanese goes smoothly. But he denied any other tickets had been held or prioritised for people of particular political affiliations.The limited number of tickets available to fans has angered many in the community, who feel Mr Modi is politicising the sport.In 2020, ahead of then-US president Donald Trump's visit to Ahmedabad, workers were seen scrubbing up the city and hiding slums, while thousands of Modi supporters were put on the streets to cheer for the leader.
"I think these are the kinds of visits that are showcased, most certainly the Australian visit fits this mould."Political parties have had a strong hold over the Gujarat Cricket Association , which is linked to the extremely powerful Board of Control for Cricket in India .In 2009, before Narendra Modi became PM, he was unanimously elected as president of the Gujarat Cricket Association.
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