Chinnaswamy Stampede Highlights: Virat Kohli Breaks Silence On Bengaluru Stampede

A class 9 student who wanted to get a glimpse of her favourite cricketer reportedly succumbed to her injuries during the stampede.

Shikhar Dhawan posted on X, “Absolutely heartbreaking to hear about the stampede at the victory parade in Bengaluru. Prayers for the families affected. Hope everyone stays safe.”

Former RCB captain took to Instagram to post a seven word response: “At a loss for words. Absolutely gutted.”

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah tweeted: "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."

Rishi Sunak tweeted: "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.”

In the aftermath of the tragic Bengaluru Stampede incident, the IPL 2025 Champions have officially shared a statement on social media.

Veteran Indian commentator and broadcaster Harsha Bhogle exprssed his thoughts for the lives affected and the ones who were injured during the Bengaluru Stampede.

“Such a lovely occasion for @RCBTweets, one that I hoped would lead to a beautiful celebration. Very saddened to read of the loss of lives. The fans are part of our community too and my condolences to the families,” Bhogle shared on ‘X’

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has shared his thoughts on the Bengaluru Stampede and expressed that no celebration is worth a person's life. He also said that the protocols must be reviewed since lives come first.

"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," Rahul Gandhi Tweeted on ‘X’.

"What happened at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, is beyond tragic. My heart goes out to every affected family. Wishing peace and strength to all," Sachin Tendulkar tweeted.

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra expressed condolences to those who were affected by the stampede outside Chinnaswamy. He was 'Speechless' and 'Numb' after learning about the incident.

"Speechless. Numb. A victory parade for an IPL win claiming innocent lives. Heart goes out for the affected and their loved ones," Chopra tweeted on 'X' 

INC President Mallikarjun Kharge has expressed his condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones and also wished a speedy recovery to the ones injured.

"The loss of precious lives and the injuries sustained by many in this unfortunate incident are profoundly distressing. My thoughts and prayers are with the families who lost loved ones, and I wish a speedy recovery to the injured," Kharge Tweeted on 'X' [Formerly Twitter].

President Droupadi Murmu: “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.”

KSCA statement: “We are profoundly saddened by the tragic loss of life and the injuries sustained by individuals during this event. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families affected by this incident. We sincerely regret this tragedy and stand in solidarity with the bereaved families during this extremely difficult time."

RCB statement: "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.”

Defence minister Rajnath Singh tweeted: “Deeply anguished by the tragic stampede in Bengaluru. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones in this incident. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured.”
 

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah: "A major tragedy occurred during the victory celebrations. It happened near the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the deceased. The government will provide free treatment to the injured."
 

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah: "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?" 

Ramakrishna Upadhya, Senior Journalist: “This is a tragedy that has to be blamed on the police and the administration.”

Atul Wassan: “I don't think there's any chance he was aware of the stampede at that moment.”

Bhavana Ramanna: “This is the first time such a tragic incident has occurred at Chinnaswamy Stadium.”

BJP spokesperson Surabhi Hodigere: “You cannot defend the negligence of the state government.”

BJP spokesperson Surabhi Hodigere: “The Karnataka government was well aware that lakhs of people would turn up to catch a glimpse of the players.”

“A major tragedy occurred during the victory celebrations. It happened near the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the deceased. The government will provide free treatment to the injured.”

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah confirms 11 people have died and 33 have been injured in the Bengaluru stampede

"Very sad about what has unfolded. Over 1 lakh people had gathered, it was unexpected": Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on the Bengaluru stampede

Anil Kumble tweeted, “It’s a Sad day for Cricket! My heart goes out to the families of those who lost their lives while celebrating RCB’s victory today. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured.  Tragic !! 💔💔”
 

PM Modi said, “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.”

BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla says, “...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...”

On the stampede during RCB's victory celebrations in Bengaluru, BCCI vice-president and Congress MP Rajeev Shukla says, "This can happen in any state and the ruling party should not be blamed for it. It should not be politicised. If this happens in a BJP-ruled state, we should not blame them. The crowd was huge, I spoke to the franchise, they also did not think that such a huge crowd would come and this incident happened suddenly. Efforts are being made to provide maximum help to the families of the deceased."

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah calls for emergency press brief at 7:30 PM.

Bengaluru: On the stampede during victory celebrations, Mahesh, who claims to be an eyewitness, says, "Many people had come to see Virat Kohli and the RCB team. A lot of girls tried to enter the M Chinnaswamy Stadium by pushing the gate. I saw three girls falling, no one rescued them.. The police were also helpless because a lot of people had come..."

According to an eye-witnesses, chaos erupted after fans thronged the venue of felicitation. Multiple visuals have surfaced showing police officials rushing injured fans towards the ambulances who fell unconscious to nearby hospitals.

Many among injured were in an unconscious state being administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) by those nearby.

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

He said, "More than 11 people have lost their lives. The chief minister should send the matter for a judicial inquiry."
 

Amit Malviya tweeted, Tragic stampede in Bengaluru. A celebration has turned into a nightmare.

At an event organised by the Karnataka State Government to celebrate RCB’s IPL campaign, a stampede broke out due to poor planning and crowd mismanagement.

➡️ 7 people have lost their lives
➡️ 16 injured, several in critical condition

This heartbreaking incident could have been avoided. The lack of basic administrative foresight and failure in crowd control by the state government has led to an irreparable loss.

Accountability must be fixed. Lives were lost due to negligence, not chance.

Total hospital admissions and deaths:

A total of 27 people have been admitted to the hospital.

A total of 11 people have died.

Breakdown by hospital:

1. Bowring Hospital

Admitted: 19

Deaths: 7

2. Vaidehi Hospital (Mallya Road)

Admitted: 8

Bengaluru, Karnataka: On BJP's allegations on the stampede-like situation, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar says, " They are there to allege and we are there to protect...yes, I am going to the hospital..."

Bengaluru | Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar says, "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."
 

An RCB fan says to ANI, "Inside, also the seats are all full and that's why they are not letting us go in. We want to go back but we are not allowed to go back. The gates are crowded with people, even if they open the gates, people will start coming inside and a lot of people have been injured..."

DK ShivaKumar: “My police is the best, I don't blame them.”

BMRCL has announced that metro trains will not stop at Cubbon Park and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Vidhana Soudha stations until further notice.

Fans resort to stone pleting outside the Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru.

Amid the chaos. a six-year-old child has also reportedly been injured in the stampede-like situation.

The RCB title celebration at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has remained unfazed amid the tragic incident that unfolded in Bengaluru.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has reached the Bowring Hospital to check on the injured people who were brought in after the stampede-like situation near the stadium.

Reports suggest lathicharge was the trigger for the stampede.

 "I have no idea who organised the event": IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal on the stampede at Chinnaswamy stadium during RCB's IPL win celebrations in Bengaluru

Vidhan Soudha, MG Road and Cubbon Park -- These are the three metro stations which have been closed in Bengaluru after the stampede-like situation in the evening.

BJP leader Amit Malviya has criticised the Congress Government for the poor management of the RCB felicitation ceremony, which caused a stampede-like situation.  
“This heartbreaking incident could have been avoided. The lack of basic administrative foresight and failure in crowd control by the state government has led to an irreparable loss,” BJP leader Amit Malviya said.

Karnataka LOP R Ashoka Criticizes Government's mismanagement, Claims More Time Should Have Been Taken For Organization

Karnataka LOP has slammed the Congress Government for their lack of planning for the RCB felicitation event.

“It is evident that the government failed to anticipate that such a large number of fans would turn up to welcome the champion RCB team, to see to see their favorite players, and to participate in their celebratory event. It feels like this event could have been organized over the weekend with more time and anticipation of the crowd,” he said

27 people have been taken to the hospital while 11 fans have died due to the stampede during the RCB trophy celebrations

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar said: "I apologise to the people of Karnataka and Bengaluru. We wanted to take a procession but the crowd was very uncontrollable so we dropped that procession."

After meeting with the Karnataka Chief Minister at the Vidhana Soudha, the winning RCB team reached the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

The open bus parade was earlier cancelled, keeping in mind the traffic congestion in Bengaluru.