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Time of India
26-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium declared 'unsafe' for big events; Women's WC 2025, IPL 2026 & other matches in doubt
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has been declared "unsuitable and unsafe" for large-scale events by the Justice John Michael Cunha Commission, which was appointed by the Karnataka government to investigate the stampede that took place on 4 July. The stampede happened during the victory celebrations of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after the team won their first-ever IPL title, ending an 18-year wait. The incident left 11 people dead and over 50 injured. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Degree Data Science Management Healthcare Artificial Intelligence others Data Analytics Public Policy Others healthcare MCA Technology MBA Leadership Cybersecurity CXO Finance Digital Marketing Data Science Design Thinking Product Management Operations Management Project Management PGDM Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making Strategic Leadership and Transformation Global Business Acumen Comprehensive Business Expertise Duration: 2 Years University of Western Australia UWA Global MBA Starts on Jun 28, 2024 Get Details According to ESPNCricinfo, the commission's report says the stadium's design and structure are not suitable for hosting large gatherings. The panel warned that holding such events there could cause serious risks to public safety, traffic, and emergency response. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo The report blamed RCB, its event partners DNA Entertainment, and the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) for their roles in the poorly planned event. The panel called for future large-scale events to be moved to better-equipped venues that meet international safety standards. Upcoming Matches in Doubt This finding puts doubt over the upcoming matches scheduled at Chinnaswamy Stadium, including the opening match and a semifinal of the ICC Women's ODI Cricket World Cup, set to be held between 30 September and 2 November. Live Events The KSCA has also decided that its upcoming Maharaja Trophy T20 League, starting 11 August, will be held behind closed doors (without spectators). Stadium Lacks Basic Safety Features Built in 1974, the stadium does not meet several modern safety requirements, including: Proper queuing and crowd control areas Enough entry and exit gates Easy access to public transport Emergency evacuation plans that follow global standards Adequate parking and drop-off areas The report noted that these shortcomings made the venue unsafe for large events. Officials Named in the Report The panel has recommended action against several people, including: KSCA president Raghuram Bhat Former secretary A Shankar and former treasurer ES Jairam, who have already resigned RCB vice-president Rajesh Menon DNA Entertainment MD T Venkat Vardhan and VP Sunil Mathur Several police officers were also held responsible, including B Dayananda, Vikash Kumar, Shekhar HT, C Balakrishna, and AK Girish, all of whom were removed from their posts after the tragedy by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The Karnataka government, which had also held a public celebration with RCB players at Vidhana Soudha, is expected to discuss the commission's recommendations at its next cabinet meeting, according to ESPNCricinfo. Inputs from ANI
Time of India
25-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
M Chinnaswamy Stadium 'unsuitable' for large-scale events after Bengaluru stampede left 11 dead: Michael Cunha Commission
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL title celebrations had turned disastrous with 11 dead in stampede. The M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru has been declared unsuitable and unsafe for large-scale events by the Justice John Michael Cunha Commission, following a tragic stampede on July 4 during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations that resulted in 11 deaths and over 50 injuries. The commission's report, shared with the Karnataka government, criticised the venue's design and structure while indicting RCB, DNA Entertainment, and the Karnataka State Cricket Association for their roles in the incident. The commission's findings highlighted systematic limitations at the stadium, which was built in 1974, and strongly recommended relocating major events to more suitable venues. "Any future venue should adhere to international standards," the report stated, raising concerns about upcoming matches, including the ICC Women's ODI Cricket World Cup games scheduled from September 30 to November 2. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The Karnataka State Cricket Association has already announced that its Maharaja Trophy T20 League, beginning August 11, will be played behind closed doors. The report outlined several missing requirements at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, including "purpose-built queuing and circulation areas separated from public roads, sufficient entry and exit gates to manage mass ingress and egress, integrated access to public transport and nearby tourist hubs, comprehensive emergency evacuation plans in line with global safety norms and adequate parking and drop-off facilities to accommodate large volumes of attendees. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top Cardiologist Begs: Quit Eating Blueberries Before This Happens GundryMD Learn more Undo " The panel recommended action against KSCA chief Raghuram Bhat, former secretary A Shankar, and former treasurer ES Jairam, with the latter two having resigned citing moral responsibility after the incident. RCB vice-president Rajesh Menon and DNA Entertainment Networks executives T Venkat Vardhan and Sunil Mathur were also named in the report. Several police officers, including B Dayananda, Vikash Kumar, Shekhar HT, C Balakrishna, and AK Girish, who were part of the arrangements and subsequently removed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, were also held responsible. The report stated that organising big-attendance events at the stadium will pose "unacceptable risks to public safety, urban mobility, and emergency preparedness." The Karnataka government, which had celebrated the title win with players in a felicitation event at Vidhana Soudha, is expected to decide on the recommendations during the next cabinet meeting. The tragic incident occurred just one day after RCB secured their first IPL title, ending an 18-year wait for the trophy. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
