RCB Celebration Turns Fatal: Police Commissioner Among Big Names Suspended

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 05: After the tragic stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium that killed 11 people and injured over 30, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah took strict action. Several top police officers, including Bengaluru’s police commissioner, were suspended. The crowd had gathered in huge numbers to celebrate RCB’s IPL win, but poor crowd control turned the moment into a nightmare. Locals are shocked and seeking answers from the authorities who failed to manage the crowd properly.

One-Man Commission to Find the Truth

To find out what exactly went wrong, the government has appointed a one-man commission. Retired High Court Judge Michael D'Cunha will lead this probe. CM Siddaramaiah announced this during a press conference. He also mentioned that those responsible, including officials from DNA (event management), KSCA, and RCB’s representatives, could face arrest. The investigation aims to uncover how planning failed so badly and who ignored the possible risk of overcrowding.

How Did It All Go Out of Control?

The celebration outside the stadium was expected to be big—but not this huge. Around 3-4 lakh fans showed up to celebrate Royal Challengers Bangalore’s victory. The area around Chinnaswamy Stadium couldn’t handle such a crowd. There were no proper barricades or emergency response systems. People were packed tightly, and panic spread fast. With no clear exits or crowd guidance, the joyful event suddenly turned into a dangerous stampede.

Public Anger Growing Over Poor Management

Citizens of Bengaluru are angry and heartbroken. Many are questioning why there was no proper crowd control plan when such a big celebration was expected. Families who lost their loved ones are demanding justice. On social media, people are sharing videos and calling for strict punishment for those who failed to act in time. The suspension of officers is seen as a start, but people want long-term solutions.

Stadium Celebrations: Is Safety Always Ignored?

This is not the first time public safety was overlooked during sports celebrations in India. In the past, similar crowd-related problems have happened in Kolkata and Mumbai too. The Chinnaswamy incident has once again raised an old question—do we plan only for success and forget safety? With India’s love for cricket so strong, officials must remember that excitement and safety should go hand in hand, not against each other.