CCA handed over the project as well as the land to the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) at a token price.

Due to financial issues, the stadium was partially completed in 1966 with only a roof-covered south pavilion.

[2][3] The stadium hosted its only One Day International (ODI) match and first played in India on 25 November 1981.

The stadium is a popular place for recreational use including hosting political and religious events as well as concerts.

[7][8][9] The seating arena was closed in 2020 and was opened for the 11th edition of Khel Mahakhumb, state level multi-sports tournament in March 2022, after repairs.

In 2022, World Monuments Fund (WMF) and National Centre for Safety of Heritage Structures, Department of Civil Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Madras submitted the Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan for the stadium to AMC in March 2023.

[2][6][10] There were reports of its demolition proposal to make space for a new stadium under the master plan for Gujarat's bid for the 2036 Summer Olympics.

The exterior has geometric concrete frames which creates open space below the seats for the spectators.

The stadium is one of the home grounds of the Gujarat cricket team that plays in the domestic tournament of Ranji Trophy.