Bengaluru stampede highlights: RCB issues statement after 11 killed; Rishi Sunak condoles incident

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) legend Virat Kohli was at a “loss of words” following a stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, which killed 11 people and injured 33 during the franchise's Indian Premier League (IPL) victory celebrations on Wednesday.

Virat Kohli shared RCB's official statement regarding the stampede. In the caption, the right-handed batter said he was “absolutely gutted.”

“At a loss for words. Absolutely gutted,” Virat Kohli wrote on Instagram. Read more.

Former Karnataka CM and BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai, while talking about stampede in Bengaluru, told ANI, "It is a very unfortunate incident and today, we would have celebrated very happily, but because of the irresponsible government, 11 people have died...They don't have any humanity...This is a very arrogant government. We demand an investigation by a sitting High Court judge where those involved in planning this incident and giving permissions should be inquired..."

Karnataka Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar visited the Vydehi Hospital to meet people injured in the stampede in Bengaluru.

"BJP is doing politics...We are very sorry for the incident. We will work out a better solution in the future...," Shivakumar told ANI.

“Deeply pained by the loss of lives at the tragic stampede in Bengaluru,” said Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar on X. 

“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,” he added further. 

The Vice President's remarks come after a stampede situation outside Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy stadium killed 11 people and injured 33. The incident occurred during RCB's victory celebrations to mark the team's first IPL win in 18 years. 

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Wednesday expressed grief over the loss of lives in the Bengaluru during the victory celebrations of Royal Challengers Bangalore's IPL victory.

"I got the sad news of the death of people in the stampede outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. May Marang Buru (supreme tribal deity) give peace to the departed souls and give strength to the bereaved families to bear this...," Soren posted on X.

"I pray for the speedy recovery of those injured in the stampede," he added.

Former UK prime minister Rishi Sunak has expressed his condolences after a stampede in Bangalore killed 11 people. The stampede took place at M Chinnaswamy stadium where thousands of fans were gathered to celebrate the win of Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL 2025 final.

"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," he wrote on X.

The Conservative leader was spotted at Ahmdabad's Narendra Modi stadium on Tuesday during the IPL 2025 final between RCB and Punjab Kings.

In an official statement, Royal Challengers Bangalore has expressed condolences to the families of the 11 people who were killed in a stampede outside M Chinnaswamy stadium. 

"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 extend 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 shared by ANI. 

Speaking to reporters, Karnataka CM highlighted the Maha Kumbh deaths in January 2025 as BJP criticises the Congress government and its “negligence” for the Bengaluru stampede.   

"Such incidents happened in many places; I am not going to defend it by comparing them and saying that it happened here and there... 50-60 people died in Kumbh Mela. I did not criticise. If Congress criticises, then that is a different matter. Did I or the Karnataka government criticise?...," said the Karnataka CM.

Bengaluru stampede live updates: Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar announced that tomorrow’s cabinet meeting will proceed, but all other programmes, including World Environment Day celebrations, have been postponed.

Bengaluru stampede live updates: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia told PTI, "When organising a victory celebration of this magnitude, safety and security measures need to be taken." He noted the lack of preparedness to handle the huge crowd, with lakhs gathering to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars, including the enigmatic Virat Kohli.

“It is an unfortunate incident. While this may not be the right time to put blame, the truth is that had the state government paid proper attention, the lives of the 11 people who died could have been saved. It’s important for the government to take this matter seriously and stand with the victims and their families,” BJP leader Ram Kadam told news agency PTI. 

In a press conference after the stampede situation outside M Chinnaswamy stadium, Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah has confirmed a total of 11 people died due to the incident. Furthermore, 33 people have been injured due to the stampede situation and are undergoing treatment. 

Karnataka BJP chief B Y Vijayendra on Wednesday claimed that over 11 people have died in the RCB celebration stampede in Bengaluru. The state also called for a judicial inquiry into the matter.

As per officials, at least 10 people have been killed due to the stampede while around 50 have been injured. 

"First of all, the state government, without any preparedness, should not have organised this today. If you would had seen the world cup match when India won, there was a big celebration in Mumbai also with lot of preparations. When lakhs and lakhs of people celebrated last night in Bengaluru, the state government should have thought before organising a function today itself," he was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has stated that the pain of the stampede deaths has "erased the joy of victory."

Taking to X, the Congress leader further shared that the RCB team was not allowed to carry out a victory parade due to fears of the crowd becoming uncontrollable.

"May the souls of the deceased rest in peace and may those injured and those undergoing treatment in the hospital recover as soon as possible. My condolences to the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones," he added.

Taking to X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for the speedy recovery of those injured to the “mishap” in Bengaluru.

“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,” read the statement issued by PMO.

BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla accused the Congress government of negligence after at least 10 people were killed due to the stampede outside Chinnaswamy stadium in Bangalore. 

“It is a state-sponsored criminal negligence and murder. Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar and the Home Minister G Parameshwara are directly responsible, they must resign. On one hand, people have died, and you are continuing with the celebrations brazenly. This is your sensitivity. Congress says a lot, but it had nothing to say today?...basic arrangements and Police deployment were not there, who is responsible for this? It is the Congress govt. These 3 people (CM Siddaramaiah, Dy CM DK Shivakumar and the Home Minister G Parameshwara) must resign,” he told ANI. 

BCCI has taken notice of the stampede situation outside M Chinnaswamy stadium as RCB fans gathered to celebrate the team's first IPL win. 

“This incident of deaths due to stampede is totally shocking for us. We at BCCI extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased. We also pray for the speedy recovery of all those who have been injured. When one organizes a victory celebrations of this magnitude, proper precautions, safety and security measures need to be taken. There has been some lapses in some corner somewhere. Due diligence should have been done so that an incident like this could have been avoided," said BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia to PTI.

Speaking about the stampede, Mahesh, who claimed to be an eyewitness, told ANI, “Many people had come to see Virat Kohli and the RCB team. A lot of girls tried to enter M Chinnaswamy Stadium by pushing the gate. I saw three girls fall, but no one rescued them. The police were also helpless because of the large crowd.”

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Addressing the situation, Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar stated that the Congress government urged for calm.

"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," he told reporters.

Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra on Wednesday arrived at Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital to meet people who were injured in the stampede in Bengaluru.

He said, "The state government is responsible for this tragedy and the chief minister should send the matter for a judicial inquiry."

Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar told reporters that “the crowd was very uncontrollable."

The event was being held to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s first Indian Premier League title win on Tuesday.

People climbed trees and buses as a massive crowd gathered outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday to catch a glimpse of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru stars after the team's historic Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 win. 

Karnataka police on Wednesday used mild force to manage the crowd outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, where a stampede killed at least 10 people.

At least six people have been killed while many more were injured, after a stampede-like situation arose in Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where cricket fans gathered on Wednesday to celebrate RCB's first victory in the Indian Premier League 2025.

The victims were taken to Bowring Hospital and Vydehi Hospital.

At least six people have been killed while many more were injured, after a stampede-like situation arose in Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where cricket fans gathered on Wednesday to celebrate RCB's first victory in the Indian Premier League 2025.