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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
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Shocking visuals show RCB fans climbing M Chinnaswamy Stadium walls and fences to witness felicitation event
A moment of celebration turned tragic in Bengaluru on Wednesday as a massive crowd gathered outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium to catch a glimpse of their cricketing heroes — the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) — following the team's historic maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) victory. In a devastating turn, a stampede broke out amid the swelling crowd, leading to the death of at least 10 people and leaving several others injured. (Also read: Frenzied fans climb trees, Chinnaswamy Stadium walls to see RCB stars amid stampede. Video) Visuals shared by news agency ANI captured scenes of chaos, as enthusiastic fans were seen climbing over walls and fences of the Chinnaswamy Stadium in a desperate attempt to enter the premises. Watch the clip here: The stadium was hosting a felicitation ceremony for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who recently clinched their first-ever IPL title after 18 seasons, defeating Punjab Kings in a nail-biting final held in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Reacting to the tragedy, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar expressed his deep sorrow over the incident. 'What was meant to be a celebration of RCB's IPL victory has turned into a tragedy, bringing deep sorrow and shock. My condolences to those who lost their lives. I offer my heartfelt sympathies to their families. Let there be love for the team, but nothing is more valuable than life. I request everyone to please stay safe," he said. (Also read: RCB victory parade or no parade? Fans confused as RCB, Bengaluru Police share conflicting tweets) The Karnataka government honoured the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team for securing their maiden IPL title, bringing an end to an 18-year-long wait for the coveted trophy. Karnataka Governor Taawarchand Gehlot, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar felicitated the Rajat Patidar-led team on the grand steps in front of the iconic Vidhana Soudha, the seat of state legislature and secretariat here.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru stampede live updates: 6 killed as RCB fans gather outside Chinnaswamy Stadium
Bengaluru stampede live updates: Despite the warnings, the crowd grew more restless, and at several points, law enforcement had to resort to a mild lathi-charge. At least six people have been killed while many more were injured, after a stampede-like situation arose in Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where cricket fans gathered on Wednesday to celebrate RCB's first victory in the Indian Premier League 2025. The unfortunate incident occurred as the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) organised a special felicitation ceremony inside the stadium for the RCB squad, following their triumphant return from Ahmedabad. ...Read More However, the sheer volume of fans who turned up, many without entry passes, created a volatile situation. Eyewitnesses reported fans scaling stadium walls and fences in desperation, trying to make their way inside to see the players. Police personnel on the ground repeatedly appealed to the crowd to maintain order and disperse, warning against unlawful entry and unsafe behaviour. Despite the warnings, the crowd grew more restless, and at several points, law enforcement had to resort to a mild lathi-charge to manage the situation Earlier in the day, the Karnataka government felicitated the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team, which won their maiden IPL title, ending an 18-year wait for the coveted trophy. Karnataka Governor Taawarchand Gehlot, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar felicitated the Rajat Patidar-led team on the grand steps in front of the iconic Vidhana Soudha, the seat of the state legislature and secretariat here. In a short event, the team was felicitated with a traditional Mysuru peta (opulent formal turban), a shawl and a garland. A large number of people had gathered in front of Vidhana Soudha to witness the event. Follow all the updates here: June 4, 2025 6:07 PM IST At least six people have been killed while many more were injured, after a stampede-like situation arose in Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where cricket fans gathered on Wednesday to celebrate RCB's first victory in the Indian Premier League 2025.
