Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans finally had their wishes fulfilled as RCB won its first IPL trophy in 2025. After struggling for years and facing defeat twice before in the finals, this victory caused the city of Bengaluru to erupt in celebration.
The streets were crowded with fans who wished to welcome the team. Earlier, both the police and government officials had assured the public of safety and crowd-control measures that would help carry out the victory parade smoothly.
Details About The Stamepede and Other Tragic Events
These celebrations turned tragic outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Large crowds had gathered for the parade, which led to a stampede breaking out during the festivities. This caused at least seven deaths and left over 25 people injured. Reports say a child fainted in the crowd due to the chaos and suffocating conditions.
🚨 Two people including a child, reportedly died in a stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s victory celebrations pic.twitter.com/IFUCeFWgfN
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Eyewitnesses reported that the crowd became uncontrollable when fans rushed to get closer to the players’ bus and the celebrities attending the parade. Due to limited crowd control, people were trampled and injured.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was present during the parade.RCB’s historic victory, which was meant to be a cause for celebration, has now led to a disaster, one that will question the lack of security infrastructure we have in India. Ambulances could not reach injured people in the packed area, many were taken to facilities nearby.
Latest Update On The Event
The latest update from the authorities confirms that seven people have died, and 25 others are being treated for injuries. Police have been asked to investigate what went wrong with the security arrangements.
RCB’s 2025 IPL win was supposed to be a moment of joy for the team and its fans. Instead, the celebration has been overshadowed by tragedy. This day of joy will now be remembered as a dark day in RCB history, as unaware and innocent fans who wished to celebrate with their favourite team cease to exist.
