Bengaluru Stampede: 11 killed, 47 injured during RCB celebrations; 2–3 lakh people converge on 35,000-capacity stadium, says CM Siddaramaiah

Bengaluru Stampede Live Updates: Prez, PM, Rahul condole Bengaluru stampede deaths, BJP dubs incident 'state-sponsored negligence'

President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress top leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday condoled the Bengaluru stampede deaths and the BJP asked the Congress government to own up responsibility for what it called the "state-sponsored negligence." President Droupadi Murmu said: "The loss of lives in the tragic happening at a stadium in Bengaluru is shocking and heartbreaking. My condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured." Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the stampede in Bengaluru during the victory celebrations of Royal Challengers Bangalore's IPL triumph as "absolutely heartrending".

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge expressed sadness over the tragic stampede in Bengaluru during the celebrations of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) victory in the IPL and urged the state government to strengthen safety protocols to avoid such incidents in the future.

Bengaluru Stampede Live Updates: RCB releases a statement on the Bengaluru stampede.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru releases a statement on the Bengaluru stampede.

"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 is of utmost importance to us. RCB mourns the tragic loss of lives and extend our heartfelt condolences to the affected families. Immediately upon being made aware of the situation, we promptly amended our program, and followed, the guidance and advice of the local administration. We urge all our supporters to please stay safe", reads the statement.

Bengaluru Stampede Live Updates: ‘No celebration worth a human life’, says Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi urged the Karnataka government to provide all possible support to those affected by the stampede that occurred during Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)’s victory celebrations in Bengaluru. Read More

Bengaluru Stampede Live Updates: Magisterial enquiry has been ordered into the incident, says CM Siddaramaiah

A magisterial enquiry has been ordered into the incident. Strict action will be taken against those found responsible. Instructions have been issued to submit the enquiry report within 15 days.

Bengaluru Stampede Live Updates: Stadium has a capacity of only 35,000 people, but 2-3 lakh people came, says CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah said, "I don't want to defend this incident. Our government will not do politics on this. I have ordered a magisterial inquiry and given 15 days' time. People even broke the gates of the stadium. There was a stampede. No one expected such a huge crowd. The stadium has a capacity of only 35,000 people, but 2-3 lakh people came."

Bengaluru Stampede Live Updates: Most of deceased in RCB celebrations are youth, says CM Siddaramaiah

Most of deceased in RCB celebrations are youth. Govt to provide Rs 10 lakh compensation to kin of deceased, says CM Siddaramaiah

Bengaluru Stampede Live Updates: Beyond our expectations people had gathered, says CM Siddaramaiah

Beyond our expectations people had gathered for RCB celebrations in Bengaluru: CM Siddaramaiah

Bengaluru Stampede News Live Updates: Government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the deceased

On the stampede incident, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says, "A major tragedy occurred during the victory celebrations. It happened near the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the deceased. The government will provide free treatment to the injured."

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah confirmed that 11 people lost their lives

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah confirmed that 11 people lost their lives and 33 others were injured in the tragic stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s IPL victory celebrations.

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Overwhelming crowd gathered near the stadium like a sea of people, leading to a stampede, says CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah  : "Deeply shocked to hear about the tragic stampede during the RCB victory celebrations at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium, where several people lost their lives and many others were seriously injured.

This heartbreaking incident has overshadowed the joy of the team’s victory.

May the departed souls rest in peace, and I pray for the speedy recovery of those undergoing treatment in hospitals. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.

Anticipating the risk of such a stampede and the inability to manage a massive crowd, precautionary measures were taken by denying permission for the victory parade.

Despite that, an overwhelming crowd gathered near the stadium like a sea of people, leading to a stampede and this unfortunate tragedy.

I appeal to the public to understand that life is more important than love and fandom, and urge everyone to prioritise safety above all"

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Let our pride and passion always bring joy, not risk. Life is above all, says Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar tweets, "Visited Bowring Hospital to meet those injured and the bereaved in today’s unfortunate incident near Chinnaswamy Stadium. Saddened to witness their pain and speak to the victims during these difficult moments. I assured them of the best medical care and full support from the Government, and I wish them a speedy recovery. Let our pride and passion always bring joy, not risk. Life is above all. I urge everyone to stay safe and reach home safely."

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: The pain of this tragedy has even erased the joy of victory, says CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah tweets, "It is with great shock that we heard the news that several people lost their lives and others were seriously injured in a stampede during the RCB team's victory celebrations at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The pain of this tragedy has even erased the joy of victory. May the souls of the deceased rest in peace, and may those injured and those undergoing treatment in the hospital recover as soon as possible. My condolences to the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones. The team was not allowed to march in the victory parade, in anticipation of an unpleasant incident that could occur due to such a stampede and the crowd becoming uncontrollable. However, the accident occurred due to a stampede that occurred due to the crowd of people gathered near the stadium. I appeal to the public to understand that life is more important than love and affection, and to give safety first priority"

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: CM Siddaramaiah visits Bowring and Vydehi Hospitals to enquire about condition of the injured

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah visited Bowring and Vydehi Hospitals to enquire about the condition of the injured and extended his condolences to the families of the deceased.

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Mishap in Bengaluru is absolutely heartrending, says PM Modi

The mishap in Bengaluru 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: PM

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Bengaluru Metro shares an update

Bengaluru Metro: Entry/Exit  of Dr BR Ambedkar Station Vidhana Soudha has been opened to help clear the crowd in a controlled manner.

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: It is a state-sponsored criminal negligence, says BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla

On Bengaluru stampede, BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla says, "It is a state-sponsored criminal negligence and murder. Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar and the Home Minister G Parameshwara are directly responsible, they must resign. On one hand, people have died, and you are continuing with the celebrations brazenly. This is your sensitivity. Congress says a lot, but it had nothing to say today?...basic arrangements and Police deployment were not there, who is responsible for this? It is the Congress govt. These 3 people (CM Siddaramaiah, Dy CM DK Shivakumar and the Home Minister G Parameshwara) must resign..."

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Everybody should work together on the damage control, says BCCI vice-president and Congress MP Rajeev Shukla

On the stampede during RCB's victory celebrations in Bengaluru, BCCI vice-president and Congress MP Rajeev Shukla says, "This can happen in any state and the ruling party should not be blamed for it. It should not be politicised. If this happens in a BJP-ruled state, we should not blame them. The crowd was huge, I spoke to the franchise, they also did not think that such a huge crowd would come and this incident happened suddenly. Efforts are being made to provide maximum help to the families of the deceased."

BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla says, " Govt did stop the roadshow in order to avoid stampede or any such situation. But, it was not anticipated that a stampede would happen outside the stadium. Everybody should work together on the damage control"

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Siddaramaiah will address a press conference at his official residence

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will address a press conference at his official residence, Cauvery, at 7:30pm regarding the tragedy that occurred at Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Condition of some of the injured in the stampede is serious, says Hariprasad BK

Member Karnataka Legislative Council Hariprasad BK tweets, "The incident in which more than 11 people, including women, died in a stampede during the RCB cricket team's victory parade in Bengaluru is extremely shocking and regrettable. The condition of some of the injured in the stampede is serious, and the government should take immediate action to provide them with appropriate treatment. My condolences to the deceased and my condolences to their families"

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: We appeal to the public to remain calm, says Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar spoke on the stampede-like situation at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Here's what he said:

"I have spoken to the police commissioner. I’m heading to the hospital a bit late as I don’t want to disrupt the doctors who are attending to the patients. We have also cut short the programmes. We appeal to the public to remain calm."

 

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: This is a security failure, says BJP MLC Chalavadi Narayanaswamy

On the stampede during RCB victory celebrations, Karnataka Legislative Council LoP & BJP MLC Chalavadi Narayanaswamy says, "This tragedy happened because of the government. They had no idea about how many people would come, what precautions would have to be taken. This is a security failure"

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Steps must be taken immediately to compensate the victims, says BJP leader Tejasvi Surya

BJP leader  Tejasvi Surya wrote on X, "Absolutely gutted by the tragic reports coming in from Chinnaswamy. What should have been a celebration of joy & loyalty turned out to be so fatal. While the state government & leadership were busy hogging their undeserving share of limelight in RCB's victory with the CM himself making an open invitation for the celebration, no arrangements were made on the ground.

Despite being aware of the situation from last night, the government failed to plan this out & took bizarre last minute decisions. Steps must be taken immediately to compensate the victims & hold the concerned accountable."

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: State government should take full responsibility for this tragedy, says Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra

On the stampede during RCB victory celebrations, Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra says, "The state government should take full responsibility for this tragedy. When the whole country and Karnataka were celebrating RCB's victory, the state government's haste to hold a victory rally without any prior preparations led to this tragedy. The state government never cared about prior preparations. They were more interested in publicity. This resulted in the death of more than 11 people. Some people are in ICU. I spoke to some victims, there was no police inside, no ambulance facility. The CM should send the matter for judicial investigation."

Bengaluru Stampede News Live: Primary reason for this massive tragedy is the lack of proper planning, says HD Kumaraswamy

Union minister HD Kumaraswamy wrote on X, “The primary reason for this massive tragedy is the lack of proper planning and the complete failure to take precautionary measures. The state government, led by @INCKarnataka, must take full responsibility for this disaster.”

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede News Live: BY Vijayendra visits injured victims in hospital

BJP state president BY Vijayendra visited the injured victims of the stampede that happened during the RCB celebrations at Bowring Hospital in Bengaluru.

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede News Live: Death toll rises to 11

11 people died after a stampede broke out at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium, where thousands gathered to celebrate RCB's win on Wednesday evening.

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede News Live: BJP slams Congress over stampede

"No crowd control measures. No basic arrangements. Just chaos. While innocent people died, Siddaramaiah & DKShivakumar were busy shooting reels & hogging limelight with cricketers. Shame on this photo-op Congress government. This is criminal negligence. Blood is on the hands of Congress government," BJP Karnataka tweeted.

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede News Live: Police warns fans to not approach stadium

Following the stampede incident at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium, police were seen using the public address system to urge fans not to approach the stadium. They specifically appealed to women and children to stay away, citing that the venue was already overcrowded.

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede News Live: Child faints outside stadium as chaos erupts

A child fainted outside Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium as a massive crowd gathered to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2025 victory.

 

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede News Live: RCB fans climb over stadium walls and fences

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans climb over the M Chinnaswamy Stadium walls and fences.

A large number of Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans have turned up to catch a glimpse of their champion team.

A special felicitation ceremony for all RCB players has been organised by the Karnataka State Cricket Association here today.

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede News Live: Police resort to lathi charge to control crowd

The overwhelming crowd led to a stampede-like situation at multiple entry points of the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, forcing police to intervene with a lathi-charge to control the surging masses.

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede News Live: At least 3 feared dead in stampede like situation

At least three people are feared dead and fifteen reportedly have been hospitalised after a stampede broke out near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.