Gautam Gambhir Slams RCB In Aftermath Of Tragic Bengaluru Stampede; Calls Out Lack Of Preparation
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India's coach Gautam Gambhir stressed preparation over celebration after a stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB's victory parade caused 11 deaths and 30 injuries.
Preparation and precaution should come first while celebration can come later, stated India's head coach Gautam Gambhir, reflecting on the Chinnaswamy tragedy that took place yesterday on Tuesday.
RCB's victory celebrations in Bengaluru followed their first IPL title win against Punjab Kings in a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
But, a moment of joy turned into tragedy for Bengaluru when confusion erupted among Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans during the team's victory parade outside Chinnaswamy Stadium.
The tragedy unfolded after the stadium, which has a capacity of 35,000, witnessed an enormous crowd of 2-3 lakh people.
Free passes, overcrowding, and limited seats at the Chinnaswamy Stadium were major factors leading to the stampede, resulting in at least 11 deaths and over 30 injuries.
At the pre-England series press conference with newly-appointed Indian skipper Shubman Gill, Gambhir spoke out on the lack of preparedness and concern that authorities and concerned parties showcased before the supposed victory parade for RCB, who were crowned IPL champions after an 18-year wait.
'I am nobody to ascertain responsibilities. When I used to play, I never believed in roadshows. I still don't and I never will," Gambhir stated in the press conference, with Shubman Gill alongside.
'Winning and celebration are important, but the life of an individual is more important.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, RCB released a statement expressing sorrow over the loss of life, mourning the tragic loss, and extending heartfelt condolences to the affected families.
The franchise also pledged immediate financial assistance to the families of the deceased, stating that financial support of INR 10 lakh will be given to each of the eleven families of the deceased and created a fund called RCB Cares to support fans injured in the tragic incident.
Yet, karma found its way back to the IPL champions, as a First Information Report (FIR) has been filed against them concerning the tragic stampede.
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