RCB Victory Parade Stampede Live: Karnataka CM announces Rs 10 lakh aid for victims’ families, orders magisterial inquiry

KSCA administration members met Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday night and discussed the stampede incident. A stampede-like incident during the RCB victory parade inside Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday evening claimed 11 lives and left 33 others injured.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) cricketer Virat Kohli has expressed deep anguish over the stampede that occurred during the team’s victory parade in Bengaluru on Wednesday evening. Sharing an official statement on Instagram, Kohli said, "We are deeply anguished by the unfortunate incidents that have come to light through media reports regarding public gatherings all over Bengaluru in anticipation of the team's arrival this afternoon. The safety and well-being of everyone are of utmost importance to us."

Responding to the opposition's remarks following the Bengaluru stampede, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Wednesday, "I do not want to comment or defend on the incident. I will not play politics over the tragedy."

In his address, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah says that the none had anticipated such huge footfall would be present.

There were around 2-3 lakh people and one lakh had gathered near Vidhana Soudha. "We or KSCA did not expect such huge crowd and the stadium capacity is around 35,000. We anticipated that there would be a footfall of 35,000 and a few more," he added.

Most of them who have died are young people and women. The government Rs 10 lakh compensation to the families of the deceased.

We will provide free treatment to those who have been injured in the incident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident in Bengaluru, calling it "absolutely heartrending." He said, " It is absolutely heartrending. In this tragic hour, my thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that those who are injured have a speedy recovery."

At least ten people were feared dead and several others were injured in a stampede-like situation outside Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru ahead of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Indian Premier League victory celebration Wednesday evening.

The stampede broke out around 4.45 pm when more than 15 people, including a woman, fell on the ground in the rush of the crowd outside Gate 1 of the stadium. Though officials are yet to confirm the death toll, hospital sources said that at least six people are feared dead. Some others were rushed to hospitals with severe injuries, such as broken legs.

RCB, which won the IPL final against Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, was scheduled to celebrate their victory in Bengaluru Wednesday. On Wednesday afternoon, the team arrived at HAL Airport on a special flight. As planned, a felicitation programme took place at Vidhana Soudha, with Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in attendance. Later, the team was set to participate in a victory parade on an open bus. Thousands of fans gathered in front of Vidhana Soudha as well as outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Read

Former Karnataka Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy expressed shock over the tragic stampede near Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium during the RCB victory celebrations on Wednesday, which resulted in the loss of lives. Kumaraswamy held the Congress-led state government responsible, citing a complete lack of planning and failure to implement precautionary measures. He urged the administration to ensure the best possible medical care for the injured and immediate support for the families of the deceased.

"It is my heartfelt concern that the cricket fans who had gathered near the stadium and Vidhana Soudha to witness the celebrations should return home safely without panic or distress. The police must take emergency measures in this regard and assist the public, " says the former CM of Karnataka.

Following the stampede situation that occurred near Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday evening during the RCB victory parade, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar expressed grief on social media, urging fans to prioritise safety over celebration. “People who were supposed to witness RCB’s IPL victory celebrations, the tragedy and death have brought deep pain and shock. My condolences to the deceased. My condolences to their family. Let there be pride, but not bigger than life. I appeal to everyone to please stay safe.”