RCB announce compensation of Rs. 25 lakh for victims of Bengaluru stampede

11 people died in a stampede during RCB’s victory celebrations at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have announced a compensation of Rs. 25 lakh for the families of victims of the Bengaluru stampede. The franchise also shared a heart-warming post for the victims on social media.

After winning the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, RCB organised a victory celebration on June 4 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The Rajat Patidar-led side defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final of the tournament on June 3.

However, due to mismanagement, a stampede occurred near one of the gates of the M Chinnaswamy Stadium during the victory celebrations. 11 people lost their lives while over 40 were injured during the stampede.

RCB announce compensation of Rs. 25 lakh for Bengaluru stampede victims

RCB shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) to announce a compensation of Rs. 25 lakh to the victims of the Bengaluru stampede.

“We lost eleven members of the RCB family. They were part of us. Part of what makes our city, our community & our team unique. Their absence will echo in the memories of each one of us,” RCB said.

“No amount of support can ever fill the space they’ve left behind. But as a first step, and with the deepest respect, RCB has extended ₹25 lakh each to their families. Not just as financial aid, but as a promise of compassion, unity, and ongoing care,” they further added.

Meanwhile, after the incident, RCB had announced a compensation of Rs. 10 lakh to the families of the victims and financial support to the injured fans. An investigation was also carried out by Bengaluru police in the matter, and some organisers of the events were arrested for negligence.

Later, a report was submitted on the matter, and the M Chinnaswamy Stadium was termed unfit to hold large gatherings. Recently, the stadium was removed from one of the venues for the upcoming ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 as well.

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