BCCI admits safety lapses after Bengaluru IPL stampede kills 11: what went wrong?

Following the tragic stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations that left 11 dead and over 50 injured, BCCI's secretary Devajit Saikia has publicly acknowledged critical safety failures. This report delves into the chaotic crowd surge, the scale of the disaster, and the urgent calls for improved event management to prevent future tragedies.

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YahooSports
Updated 13h ago
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Sources: YahooSports
A tragic stampede outside Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday left 11 dead and over 50 injured as thousands of cricket fans gathered to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru's first-ever Indian Premier League (IPL) title.

The incident occurred amid overwhelming crowds, described by officials as "not a controllable crowd". Shivakumar, a local official, said "hundreds of thousands of people" had flooded the streets, making police efforts to maintain order extremely difficult.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia acknowledged the safety failures, stating, "There have been some lapses somewhere" and emphasizing the need for "proper precautions, safety and security measures" during such large-scale celebrations. He expressed condolences to the victims' families and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.

The stampede highlights the darker side of cricket's immense popularity in India, where fans' passion can sometimes overwhelm event management. Comparisons were drawn to Mumbai, where similar celebrations occurred without incident due to better coordination between police and local authorities.

This tragedy underscores the urgent need for improved crowd control and safety planning at major public events, especially those involving mass celebrations of sporting victories.

Key quotes:
"This is not a controllable crowd," said Shivakumar.
"The organisers should have planned it better," said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia.

Key stats:
- 11 people killed
- Over 50 injured
- Hundreds of thousands gathered

The incident has sparked calls for better safety protocols to prevent such disasters in the future.
Sources: YahooSports
A stampede outside Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL win killed 11 and injured over 50. The BCCI admitted safety lapses amid overwhelming crowds celebrating the victory, with officials citing poor crowd control and inadequate precautions during the massive public gathering.
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It is very unfortunate. This is a negative side of popularity. People are crazy for their cricketers. The organisers should have planned it better. My deepest condolences to the family of the deceased. I wish early recovery of the injured.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia
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Key Facts
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title by defeating Punjab Kings on Tuesday night.Yahoo
  • Thousands of fans gathered outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday to celebrate the IPL victory.Yahoo
  • A massive crowd surge led to a stampede outside the stadium, causing chaos and injuries with police struggling to control the crowd.Yahoo
  • The stampede resulted in at least 11 deaths and over 50 injuries near the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.YahooSports
  • BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia admitted lapses in safety and emphasized the need for better planning and security measures for such large-scale celebrations.Sports
Key Stats at a Glance
Number of deaths in Bengaluru IPL stampede
11 deaths
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Number of injuries in Bengaluru IPL stampede
50 injuries
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