Sources: 
Police in Bengaluru have arrested four individuals, including a top cricket franchise official, following a deadly stampede during an IPL trophy celebration that claimed 11 lives and injured 47 others.
The tragedy unfolded as Bengaluru celebrated their victory over Punjab Kings in the IPL's 18th edition final, the world's richest T20 cricket league. The franchise had distributed free passes for the event at a city stadium but had promised limited attendance.
"The incident was unfortunate," the franchise stated, pledging
one million Indian rupees to each family of the deceased.India's head cricket coach Gautam Gambhir expressed his concerns, saying,
"Celebration is important. But more important than that is the life of any person." He voiced his disapproval of such roadshows and large-scale celebrations.
The incident has raised questions about crowd control and safety measures during public celebrations, especially in the context of major sporting victories. Authorities are investigating the circumstances that led to the stampede, aiming to prevent future tragedies.
This somber event has cast a shadow over the IPL celebrations, highlighting the need for stringent safety protocols during mass gatherings.
The franchise's financial support to the victims' families underscores the gravity of the incident and the responsibility felt by the organizers.
As investigations continue, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of fans and preventing such incidents in the future.
Sources: Bengaluru police arrested four, including a cricket franchise official, after a stampede during IPL celebration killed 11 and injured 47. The tragedy occurred during a trophy event for the IPL's 18th edition final win over Punjab Kings, with the franchise pledging ₹1 million to each victim's family.
