RCB’s IPL 2025 Victory Parade tragedy: KSCA, Franchise Break Silence on Stamped | Cricket news
New Delhi: Being a historical festival had turned into a heartbreaking tragedy. The incident took place a few hours after the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won the title of its first Indian Premier League (IPL), which led to a large scale of fans near the stadium.RCB and Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) issued a joint statement on Wednesday night, expressing “deep concern and hearty condolences” over the incident. “RCB-KSCA expressed deep concern and heartfelt condolences to the unfortunate incident during the celebration organized by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in M.. Chinnaswamy Stadium today, “Read the statement.”“We are deeply saddened by the sad disadvantage of life during this phenomenon and constant injuries by individuals. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families affected by this incident. We honestly regret this tragedy and stand in solidarity with bereaved families during this very difficult time.”RCB also released an official statement expressing grief over the tragic incident.“We are deeply suffering from unfortunate events that occur through media reports about public functions in Bengaluru in anticipation of the team’s arrival this afternoon. The safety and welfare of all is very important for us.RCB mourns the tragic loss of life and expands our heartfelt condolences to the affected families.Soon after being made aware of the situation, we immediately amended our program, and followed the guidance and advice of the local administration.We urge all our supporters to be safe. ,RCB players reported Stamped near Gate 2 of the stadium soon after visiting RCB players to meet Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.Throughout the day, there was confusion about parade schemes, Bangalore Traffic Police initially denied permission due to security concerns. However, thousands of RCB fans had already gathered near the stadium to welcome their team, resulting in an uncontrollable congestion.
The lack of effective crowd management became fatal as obstacles were broken and nervous. The police forces were overwhelmed, and emergency services fought to respond to anarchy. The injured were taken to Bauoring and VDhi hospitals. Eyewitnesses recalled the scenes of frustration, people were trampled and many fainted with the help of time.To give some support to grieving families, RCB and KSCA announced a financial assistance of 5 lakhs for each family, which lost a loved one in the tragedy.The state government also announced a 10 lakh compensation for the families of those killed in the stampede.The joint statement said, “RCB-KSCA announced 5 lakhs for families of those who have lost their loved ones. We hope that this gesture can give some support and console in their grief time,” the joint statement said.
“We want to emphasize that this compensation is not to determine or change the value of human life, but to serve as a gesture of support and solidarity during such challenging times. Thanks to your understanding and support, “This couple.Despite the sombre turn of the events, a small victory ceremony was held inside the stadium, which lasted for about half an hour. Rajat Patidar and Virat Kohli addressed the crowd briefly, thanking fans for their unwavering support for years.The team then adopted an honor around the ground, in which the 17 season title was celebrated in Making. RCB defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in an exciting IPL 2025 final at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.However, the night to celebrate a city to unite, it will now be remembered for serious mismanagement, with many people’s lives. Questions are already being raised about the preparations of the local authorities, and an inquiry has been ordered to identify the laps that led to the frightening stampede.For now, the cricket community and RCB fans around the world have a bitwatch moment, where victory and tragedy collided.
