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Tragic Stampede Claims Lives Outside Bengaluru Cricket Stadium During IPL Celebrations
At least 11 fatalities and numerous injuries reported as fans gathered for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's title win.
On June 4, 2025, a tragic stampede occurred outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka, resulting in the deaths of at least 11 individuals and injuring 47 others.
The crowd had gathered to celebrate the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL), a widely followed T20 cricket tournament.
According to Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, the incident took place as thousands of fans, enthusiastic supporters waving the team's red flags, awaited the arrival of the victorious team.
The atmosphere outside the stadium was vibrant but quickly turned chaotic when the situation escalated.
As the celebration progressed within the stadium, the crowd outside became congested.
Reports indicate that many fans, some without valid passes, attempted to force their way into the venue, leading to chaos at several gates.
The crisis worsened as people surged forward, resulting in the stampede that ultimately led to fatalities and multiple injuries.
Eyewitness accounts describe scenes of distress, with police and emergency services responding to assist injured fans.
Some fans were seen giving CPR to those collapsed on the ground, while police struggled to manage the growing crowd, at times employing canes to disperse individuals pushing forward.
Naseer Ahmed, a political secretary for the Karnataka Chief Minister, acknowledged that the crowd management was inadequate and that authorities were unable to control the situation effectively.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru had distributed complimentary passes for the event through its website, encouraging fans to celebrate the team's significant achievement.
D.K. Shivakumar, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, expressed his sorrow over the deaths, remarking on the painful nature of the incident occurring during a time meant for community celebration.
The gathering was marked by its unprecedented scale, with attendance surpassing initial expectations, contributing to the ensuing disorder.
As investigations into the stampede begin, officials are expected to review crowd control measures and the overall planning of public events in the future to prevent such tragedies.
The crowd had gathered to celebrate the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL), a widely followed T20 cricket tournament.
According to Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, the incident took place as thousands of fans, enthusiastic supporters waving the team's red flags, awaited the arrival of the victorious team.
The atmosphere outside the stadium was vibrant but quickly turned chaotic when the situation escalated.
As the celebration progressed within the stadium, the crowd outside became congested.
Reports indicate that many fans, some without valid passes, attempted to force their way into the venue, leading to chaos at several gates.
The crisis worsened as people surged forward, resulting in the stampede that ultimately led to fatalities and multiple injuries.
Eyewitness accounts describe scenes of distress, with police and emergency services responding to assist injured fans.
Some fans were seen giving CPR to those collapsed on the ground, while police struggled to manage the growing crowd, at times employing canes to disperse individuals pushing forward.
Naseer Ahmed, a political secretary for the Karnataka Chief Minister, acknowledged that the crowd management was inadequate and that authorities were unable to control the situation effectively.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru had distributed complimentary passes for the event through its website, encouraging fans to celebrate the team's significant achievement.
D.K. Shivakumar, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, expressed his sorrow over the deaths, remarking on the painful nature of the incident occurring during a time meant for community celebration.
The gathering was marked by its unprecedented scale, with attendance surpassing initial expectations, contributing to the ensuing disorder.
As investigations into the stampede begin, officials are expected to review crowd control measures and the overall planning of public events in the future to prevent such tragedies.
