A large-scale stress test involving over 50,000 participants at the Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) was conducted smoothly today, achieving the anticipated results and testing objectives, the Government said.

The stress test assessed the operational readiness of the KTSP and its surrounding facilities in organising variety shows with maximum attendance. The evaluation also covered the entry and exit arrangements as well as the related public transport facilities. Chief Secretary Chan Kwok-ki inspected the stress test.

Over 50,000 civil servants and members of the public participated in the exercise, marking a record high of public participants with a wide range of age groups. All three venues at the park were utilised.

The exercise team simulated the arrival of VIPs and visiting guests during the event, with a view to enhancing the co-ordination between the KTSP and other stakeholders and formulating contingency plans in a timely manner.

The exercise also evaluated the performance of the "Easy Leave" platform which utilises artificial intelligence to analyse real-time data. It facilitates spectators in choosing the most suitable route to leave the venue by providing real-time information on the crowd density and time required of each exit route.

This helps alleviate pressure on public transport and crowd flows during the dispersal of large-scale events as well as ensure public safety. Police will collect feedback from users to optimise the platform operation.

A number of bureaus, departments and organisations including Police, the Fire Services Department, the Transport Department, the Civil Aid Service, the Auxiliary Medical Service, the MTR Corporation and KTSP sent staff to participate in the exercise.

The Government noted that stakeholders will optimise all the areas of work to achieve excellence in crowd and traffic management, enhance the spectator experience and minimise the impact on the community, and to ensure the smooth operation in organising mega events after the KTSP is commissioned on March 1.