Virat Kohli Stampede Complaint: Who Is Responsible For Bengaluru Tragedy After RCB’s IPL Win?

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] June 07: Social activist HM Venkatesh has filed a complaint holding Virat Kohli responsible for the stampede outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The tragedy happened during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s first IPL win celebration, causing 11 deaths. No FIR has been registered yet. The massive crowd of nearly 2 to 3 lakh people far exceeded the stadium’s 35,000 capacity, making the situation dangerous. Many gathered outside the stadium to see their heroes, unaware of the risks involved in such an uncontrolled celebration.

Crowd Management: Was The Stadium Prepared For The Massive Gathering?

Karnataka’s Chief Minister Siddaramaiah admitted the stadium was not ready to handle the huge crowd. The official capacity was just 35,000, but the celebrations drew tens of times more people. Managing such numbers without proper planning can cause chaos. The stadium’s history shows it has hosted large events before, but this time the sheer size of the crowd became unmanageable. This tragedy raises questions on how such events should be planned to avoid putting lives at risk.

Official Inquiry Launched To Find The Truth

The state government has appointed retired High Court judge Justice John Michael D'Cunha to lead an inquiry. The commission will investigate the causes and responsibilities linked to the stampede. This is not the first time India has faced such incidents during large public gatherings, so a thorough probe is important. The inquiry will look into the preparations, security measures, and how the crowd was controlled on the day of the celebration.

Arrests Made In Connection To The Stampede

Four people have been arrested, including key officials from Royal Challengers Bengaluru and DNA Entertainment. They include marketing heads and event managers responsible for the crowd control and event planning. The 14 ACMM court has sent them to 14-day judicial custody. This shows authorities are taking the case seriously and want to ensure accountability. It also signals that organizers must be careful in planning safe celebrations in the future.

Virat Kohli And RCB’s Response To The Tragedy

Virat Kohli expressed his sadness, saying he was “at a loss for words” after the tragedy. RCB released a statement offering ₹10 lakh to each of the families who lost loved ones. They also created a fund called “RCB Cares” for injured fans. The team and players shared their grief openly, showing the human side behind the celebration. This response shows empathy but also highlights the need for better safety measures in fan gatherings.