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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of 11 RCB fans outside the Bengaluru stadium and ordered a magisterial inquiry to investigate the incident thoroughly.
Tragedy Strikes RCB Victory Celebration in Bengaluru
A tragic stampede occurred near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, as fans gathered in massive numbers to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s historic IPL victory — their first title win in 18 years. The overcrowding turned fatal when more than 2 lakh people assembled near the stadium gates, overwhelming the narrow passageways. The chaos resulted in the deaths of 11 individuals and left 33 others injured. What began as a jubilant celebration ended in heartbreak for the city and the RCB fan community.
Tragedy Strikes RCB Celebrations in Bengaluru: 11 Dead, 33 Injured in Stampede
A joyous celebration turned tragic on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, where a stampede claimed the lives of 11 people and left 33 others injured. The incident occurred as over 2 lakh fans gathered to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s historic IPL victory—their first title in 18 years.
The massive crowd overwhelmed the area near the stadium gates, where narrow passageways and overcrowding led to a sudden and deadly rush. Emergency services responded swiftly, but the scale of the crowd made rescue efforts challenging.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, and officials have expressed condolences to the families of the victims.
No FIR Filed in RCB Victory Parade Tragedy; Police Register 11 Unnatural Death Reports
In a development sparking public concern, Bengaluru City Police have not filed any First Information Report (FIR) following the tragic stampede at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4. The incident, which occurred during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) victory parade, claimed 11 lives and injured 47 others. Instead of lodging an FIR, authorities have registered 11 Unnatural Death Reports (UDRs), raising questions about accountability and investigation procedures.
No FIR Filed in Stampede Deaths During RCB Victory Parade in Bengaluru
Despite the tragic deaths during the RCB victory parade in Bengaluru, no FIR has been registered. In cases where an FIR is filed, authorities must notify the jurisdictional court within 24 hours and keep it updated on all developments during the investigation.
However, since this incident is being treated as an Unnatural Death Report (UDR), no criminal investigation is initiated. Instead, the probe is overseen by the jurisdictional tehsildar, not the police.
The father of 15-year-old Divyanshi, who tragically lost her life in the stampede, said, “First aid was not administered properly. After she fell when people pushed, we had to take her in an auto ourselves. There was no adequate police support at the scene. We waited for four hours just to file the FIR. It’s the government’s responsibility to ensure safety—while they arrange everything for political parties, they seem to neglect such sports events.”
Divyanshi’s mortal remains are being transported from Yelahanka, Bengaluru, to Andhra Pradesh for her final rites and cremation.
The Karnataka government is set to develop a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for large-scale events, meetings, and celebrations. This initiative aims to ensure safety and prevent any untoward incidents, announced State Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
According to the superintendent of Bowring Hospital, most patients were restless, irritable, and extremely anxious. “Yesterday, following the stampede incident, we admitted around 18 patients and received six bodies. All six were brought in already deceased,” the superintendent reported.
The celebrations following Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) IPL victory on Wednesday evening, June 4, 2025, took a tragic turn at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. A stampede broke out, resulting in 11 deaths and 33 injuries. The tragedy is believed to have been caused by overcrowding, confusion over the victory parade, and the announcement of free passes, which together sparked panic and chaos among the fans.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara Inspects Stampede Site at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Plans Meeting with Senior Police Officials
Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G Parameshwara conducted an inspection of the stampede site at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. He is scheduled to meet with Bengaluru Police Commissioner, senior police officials, Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs), and representatives from the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) on Thursday to discuss the incident.
Addressing the media, Dr. Parameshwara clarified that the state government did not request the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) or the Karnataka Cricket Association (KCA) to organize the victory celebrations at the stadium. He explained, “RCB and KCA arranged the event themselves and brought the team to Bengaluru. While the government supported facilitating the celebrations since it involved the Bengaluru team, we did not initiate the organization.
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge acknowledged on Thursday that the tragic stampede near M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, which resulted in the deaths of 11 people, could have been avoided with improved planning and coordination.
Addressing the media, Mr. Kharge stated, “A mistake was made, and this incident could have been prevented through better planning and coordination. The stadium has a capacity of 35,000, yet an overwhelming crowd of 200,000 to 300,000 people spilled onto the streets. Despite our best efforts, managing such a massive crowd proved to be beyond our control.
Sachin Tendulkar expressed his heartfelt condolences following the tragic stampede outside Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium during the IPL victory celebrations of RCB. He mourned the loss of 11 lives and described the incident as “beyond tragic.”
On June 4, the Bengaluru Metro experienced a record-breaking day, with 9.66 lakh commuters boarding Namma Metro, marking the highest single-day ridership ever recorded by the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL). This surge in footfall coincided with the tragic stampede that occurred during celebrations of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) victory in the IPL final, which resulted in 11 fatalities and many injuries. Despite the unfortunate incident, the metro saw unprecedented crowd movement across its network.
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