Tragic Stampede During Bangalore Cricket Team Championship Celebration Leaves 11 Dead and Over 40 Injured
On June 4, in Bengaluru, southern India, a tragic stampede erupted during the celebration of the 'Royal Challengers Bangalore' winning the Indian Premier League (IPL) championship. The incident occurred as the streets overflowed with fans celebrating the team's victory.
The Royal Challengers Bangalore narrowly defeated the Punjab Kings by 6 runs, marking their first IPL title in 18 years. Reports indicate the stampede resulted in at least 11 fatalities and over 40 injuries, with variations in the reported figures.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar apologized for the incident, citing that while over 5000 police were deployed, the number of spectators exceeded 100,000, making it impossible to maintain control. The Karnataka BJP party criticized the state's lack of preparation and called for accountability in the aftermath of the tragedy.
