The Bengaluru Police filed an FIR against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, event management firm, DNA, Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) Administrative Committee, and others at Cubbon Park Police Station in connection with the RCB victory parade stampede.
The FIR was lodged at the Cubbon Park Police Station. The FIR stated criminal negligence in the stampede incident.
Bengaluru stampede | FIR filed against RCB, DNA (event manager), KSCA Administrative Committee and others at Cubbon Park Police Station. FIR stated criminal negligence in the stampede incident.
— ANI (@ANI) June 5, 2025
Karnataka HC asked state government to file status report
Earlier, the Karnataka High Court asked the state government to file a status report on the stampede outside the cricket stadium.
RCB announced financial support of Rs 10 lakh
In the wake of the heartbreaking incident that took place in Bengaluru during the celebratory gatherings following Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) historic Indian Premier League (IPL) triumph, the franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru has come forward with a compassionate gesture to honour those affected.
‘Deeply moved by the turn of events’
The unfortunate stampede-like situation, which occurred amidst the massive turnout of fans, led to the tragic loss of eleven lives and left several others injured. Deeply moved by the turn of events, RCB released an official statement expressing profound grief and has pledged immediate financial assistance to the families of the deceased.
“The unfortunate incident in Bengaluru yesterday has caused a lot of anguish and pain to the RCB family. As a mark of respect and a gesture of solidarity, RCB has announced a financial support of INR 10 lakh to each of the eleven families of the deceased. In addition, a fund called RCB Cares is also being created to support fans injured in this tragic incident,” the statement read.
Chaos erupted near M Chinnaswamy Stadium
The incident occurred on Wednesday during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL winning celebrations near the iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium when thousands of fans gathered to catch a glimpse of their favourite players.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated at a press conference that 11 people died in the incident while 33 others were injured.
