On Wednesday, 11 people were killed and around 33 injured in a stampede at the Victory Parade of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Bengaluru. On this, IPL chairman Arun Dhumal, who reached Jalandhar in Punjab, expressed grief. He talked about conducting a proper investigation in the case
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On this incident at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, IPL President Arun Dhumal said- this is really deeply sad. The happiness celebrated after the victory of Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL turned into sorrow. On behalf of BCCI, I expand my condolences to the families of those who have lost their loved ones in this incident.
Dhumal said- Action should be taken on the responsibilities after investigation
IPL President Arun Dhumal further said- All necessary protocols were discussed with the concerned administration. I do not want to politicize the issue, this is a tragic event and the district administration should take as a lesson to ensure that such events are never repeated.
Arun Dhumal said- who is responsible for this incident will be clear only after a proper investigation. The administration should focus on who organized this program, how was it done. Whether the necessary security protocol was followed or not. After examining all these aspects, appropriate action should be taken in the case.
Photos of stampede during RCB parade in Bengaluru.
More than 3 lakh people gathered for celebration of victory
The victory of IPL Champion Royal Challengers Bangalore was to be performed. As soon as the team landed at Bangalore Airport with the gleaming trophy of Bangalore, fans had a wave. Millions of fans took to the streets during the Victory Parade.
The parade started from the assembly and reached M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Where Victory Ceremony took place. A program was also at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. A crowd of millions had gathered outside the stadium. Police had to lathi -charged the police to handle the crowd. During this, there was a stampede and 11 people lost their lives.