Bengaluru stampede Highlights: Siddaramaiah announces Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia to kin of victims

Former UK PM Rishi Sunak said, "Mine and Akshata’s hearts go out to everyone who has lost loved ones or been hurt in the tragic events in Bengaluru. We celebrated with you yesterday and we mourn with you today."

Visuals of sthe tampede that broke out near the Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium, where a large number of people had gathered to participate in the RCB team's IPL victory celebrations. 

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said, "Deeply pained by the loss of lives at the tragic stampede in Bengaluru. My heart goes out to the bereaved families in this hour of grief. I pray for the early recovery of the injured. Let us always remember to prioritise safety and celebrate responsibly."

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said, "This type of tragedy is very unfortunate...Because of the political pressure from the government, they (police) were forced to accord the permission, which is very unfortunate...The political leadership and the bureaucrats were busy taking selfies...The Chief Minister, Deputy CM, ministers were all trying to take selfies with their family members, more police were engaged at the Vidhana Soudha...There was a big lapse on the side of the government...They are now trying to blame the Karnataka State Cricket Board". 

Here are the details of the deceased persons: 

Details of the deceased at Bowring Hospital:

• Divyamshi – 13-year-old girl
• Diya – 26-year-old woman
• Shravan – 21-year-old man
• Unknown – girl
• Unknown – 17-year-old male
• Unknown – male

Details of the deceased at Vydehi Hospital:

• Bhoomik – 20 years
• Sahana – 19 years
• 20-year-old male deceased
• 35-year-old male deceased
• 2 people are undergoing treatment.

Manipal Hospital Death Details:

• Chinmayi – 19 years
• 6 people are undergoing treatment

Bowring Hospital Death Details (summary)

• Three young women
• Three young men 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru releases a statement on the Bengaluru stampede. "We are deeply anguished by the unfortunate incidents that have come to light through media reports regarding public gatherings all over Bengaluru in anticipation of the team’s arrival this afternoon. The safety and well-being of everyone is of utmost importance to us. RCB mourns the tragic loss of lives and extends our heartfelt condolences to the affected families. Immediately upon being made aware of the situation, we promptly amended our program and followed the guidance and advice of the local administration. We urge all our supporters to please stay safe", reads the statement.

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy said, "...Today, when the RCB team decided to come to Bangalore, I think the government also invited them. Before inviting them, if the government had taken proper steps to save the lives of common people, such an incident would not have happened. This is really a sad thing..."

President Droupadi Murmu said, "The loss of lives in the tragic happening at a stadium in Bengaluru is shocking and heartbreaking. My condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured."

Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar said, " The team has extended their condolences...I went to the team immediately and gave them direction that this programme should be stopped within 10 minutes... the team agreed and within 5 minutes, they stopped the programme...we sent a lot of Police teams with them since we didn't want any incident to happen..."

Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar said, " We never expected such an incident to happen. No political party or officials wanted this, they did their best, but there was an uncontrollable crowd..."

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) expressed condolences and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh for the families of those who lost their lives in the stampede incident during the RCB victory celebrations.

Notably, KSCA manages the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. 

Governor of Karnataka, Thaawarchand Gehlot, expressed deep grief over the tragic incident that occurred outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium during the celebrations following Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2025 victory.

In an X post,  the Governor said, "Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium during the celebrations of RCB’s IPL victory. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the swift recovery of the injured."

Visuals from outside Chinnaswamy Stadium, where the slippers and shoes are scattered. A stampede occurred here, claiming the lives of 11 people and injuring 33 people.

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More than 2-3 lakh people came near Chinnaswamy Stadium, no one expected this crowd, said Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah.

CM Siddaramaiah said that most of the deceased in RCB celebrations are youth. He further said that govt to provide Rs 10 lakh compensation to kin of deceased.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah orders magisterial inquiry into RCB celebrations stampede incident.

On the stampede-like situation at Chinnaswamy Stadium, AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi said, "It’s very unfortunate and heartbreaking. On a happy occasion, when people had gathered, it is very unfortunate. Major steps should have been taken to ensure this was prevented. Seven people have lost their lives."

On the stampede incident, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah said, "This tragedy should not have happened. The government expresses deep sorrow over this incident."

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said, "The tragic stampede near Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s IPL victory celebrations is heartbreaking. My condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. Wishing a swift and full recovery to all those injured. In this hour of grief, I stand with the people of Bengaluru. The Karnataka government must provide all possible support and relief to the affected families. This tragedy is a painful reminder: no celebration is worth a human life. Every safety protocol for public events must be reviewed and strictly enforced - lives must always come first."

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in an X post said, "Visited Bowring and Vaidehi hospitals, inquired about the well-being of those injured in the stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium, and offered condolences to the families of the deceased."

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar said, "Visited Bowring Hospital to meet those injured and the bereaved in today’s unfortunate incident near Chinnaswamy Stadium. Saddened to witness their pain and speak to the victims during these difficult moments. I assured them of the best medical care and full support from the Government, and I wish them a speedy recovery. Let our pride and passion always bring joy, not risk. Life is above all. I urge everyone to stay safe and reach home safely."

The mishap in Bengaluru is absolutely heartrending. In this tragic hour, my thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that those who are injured have a speedy recovery, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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"I have spoken to the Police Commissioner and everyone. I will also go to the hospital later. I do not want to disturb the doctors who are taking care of the patients. The exact number cannot be told now. We appeal to the people to remain calm. We shortened the program. The program ended within 10 minutes. We are trying to make everything normal...Lakhs of people came."

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Meanwhile, the death count has gone up to 8. 55 people are injured and 15 of them are serious as well.

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RCB Players are at the stage in the centre of the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The celebrations will begin now.

Meanwhile, disappointing news is coming that in a stampede, as many as seven have lost their lives. Very disappointing, even as the fans are still thronging the venue.

The players have reached the Chinnaswamy Stadium and the celebrations will soon begin. Stay tuned.

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The visuals of ambulance arriving at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium was just shown on the TV as there are 10 people feared injured apart from the number of people being dead rising to three.

At least two feared dead in a stampede-like situation in Bengaluru, near the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, as the fans gathered in large numbers to welcome and celebrate RCB's first IPL title.

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RCB team bus has departed the hotel Taj and will soon reach Vidhan Soudha now!!!

Preparations are done at Vidhan Soudha. They are awaiting the RCB team to reach now.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has arrived at Vidhan Soudha to felicitate RCB following their historic triumph in IPL 2025.

RCB has confirmed that the victory parade will happen from 5 PM - Vidhan Soudha to Chinnaswamy Stadium. The franchise has urged the fans to follow all guidelines set by police and other authorities.

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