US EditionIndian State Blames Cricket Team for Deadly Stampede
BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, JUL 17 – The Karnataka government blamed Royal Challengers Bengaluru and partners for organizing the IPL victory event without permission, leading to a stampede that killed 11 and injured over 50.
- On June 4, 2025, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, a stampede killed 11 people, with the Karnataka government blaming RCB.
- According to the state report, RCB invited fans unilaterally without police consultation, only approached authorities on June 3, 2025, and neglected the seven-day advance permission rule.
- Crowd estimates exceeded 300,000 people, and a last-minute pass requirement fueled confusion, as social media posts reached over 4.4 million views.
- On June 4, 2025, the Karnataka government ordered a magisterial inquiry with a 15-day deadline, registered three FIRs against RCB, KSCA, and DNA, and disciplined police officials on June 4, 2025.
- Meanwhile, a commission led by Justice Michael Cunha was appointed on June 5, 2025, with a one-month mandate, and the Karnataka High Court ordered the report made public.
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