A government report submitted to the Karnataka High Court blames Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), and DNA Entertainment for the fatal stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium. The incident, which occurred during an IPL victory event, resulted in 11 deaths and over 50 injuries.
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Karnataka Report Blames RCB, KSCA for Chinnaswamy Stampede
The Karnataka government submitted an investigative report to the High Court, directly blaming RCB, DNA Entertainment, and KSCA for the deadly stampede that occurred on June 4 outside Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The crowd surge took place during a celebratory event following RCB’s IPL performance, attracting an unregulated turnout that far exceeded the venue’s capacity.
Causes and Accountability Failures
The report revealed that organizers hosted the event without obtaining police permission or necessary government clearances. RCB’s promotional video featuring Virat Kohli significantly increased public turnout. Confusing ticketing details and unclear access instructions triggered panic among attendees.
Organizers neglected to coordinate with local authorities and failed to implement crowd management protocols. Locked gates, mismanaged entry points, and the absence of trained emergency personnel worsened the situation.
Legal and Administrative Action
Authorities have registered FIRs against RCB, KSCA, and DNA Entertainment for criminal negligence. The police department suspended multiple officers who failed to manage the crowd. The state government launched both judicial and magisterial inquiries, appointing a retired judge to lead the commission responsible for recommending reforms.
Investigators are also examining deleted social media posts, which may have misled the public regarding event access and arrangements.
Cities and Infrastructure Affected
The stampede affected thousands of residents and disrupted daily life in central Bengaluru. Public transport services halted, and emergency teams cordoned off major roads for rescue efforts. The event highlighted serious flaws in urban crowd control and public safety preparedness.
Government Response and Next Steps
The Karnataka Cabinet plans to evaluate the commission’s findings and consider further action. Legal proceedings against the event’s organizers will advance in the coming weeks.
Officials stressed the urgent need for strict event permissions, improved crowd management systems, and greater accountability from event sponsors and sports franchises.
Key Takeaway
The Chinnaswamy stampede was entirely avoidable. It resulted from poor planning, unauthorized promotion, and a complete lack of coordination between organizers and government bodies. Karnataka’s report seeks to enforce accountability and prevent future crowd tragedies.
