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The country is shaken by the unfortunate incident that unfolded yesterday outside the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru. As fans gathered in large numbers to celebrate the win of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), the crowds went out of control, causing a stampede. A victory parade was held in Bengaluru to welcome the team, including Virat Kohli and others. Actress and Kohli`s wife Anushka Sharma, also accompanied the team for their victory celebrations. The celebrations soon turned tragic as a stampede led to 11 people being killed and left several others injured.
Several celebrities have now reacted to the unfortunate incident, expressing their grief and distress. Notably, earlier, Anushka Sharma also expressed her `heartbreak` over the incident.
Celebrities react to the Bengaluru stampede
Among the first people to react to the incident was Thug Life actor Kamal Haasan. He took to his X to express his `distress`. He wrote, “Heart-wrenching tragedy in Bangalore. Deeply distressed, my heart reaches out to the families of the victims in this moment of grief. May the injured recover soon.”
Heart wrenching tragedy in Bangalore. Deeply distressed and my heart reaches out to the families of the victims in this moment of grief. May the injured recover soon.
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) June 4, 2025
Actor R Madhavan also took to his Instagram stories to share his thoughts. He reshared RCB`s official statement and wrote, “This is so heartbreaking. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Please be responsible and safe, and do not respond to rumours without checking with the authorities”
Bollywood actress Saiyami Kher also penned a note on her Instagram stories reacting to the incident, which read, “Absolutely devastating to see what has happened at the Chinnaswamy” followed by a heartbreak emoji.
Vivek Oberoi also penned a note on X, saying, “Deepest sorrow fills us as we mourn the lives tragically lost in the Bengaluru stampede. It`s truly saddening to lose loved ones, especially during what should have been a moment of collective joy in cricket. To the families and friends now facing this unimaginable void, our hearts ache with yours. We send our deepest condolences and heartfelt support, hoping you find some solace amidst this profound grief. May strength and peace be with you. 🙏”
About the Bengaluru stampede
The unfortunate and fatal stampede is believed to be caused by confusion over the victory parade, free passes, overcrowding and limited seats at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated that 11 people died and 33 were injured following the stampede around the stadium. Most of the deceased were youths, including men and women, with several of them being students.
He noted that the stadium has a capacity of just 35,000 people; however, 2-3 lakh people turned up. He said, “The match happened last evening (Tuesday), and today this event was organised by the cricket association, so no one had expected that so many people would come. The expectation was the equivalent number of people for the stadium`s capacity, or slightly more than that that may gather.”
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Explaining what led to the chaos, the CM noted, “There are small gates. The people entered through the gates. They have broken the gates also, so a stampede has taken place. Nobody had expected so much of a crowd to come. Prima facie looks like that. I`m not saying nothing has happened. The inquiry will bring out facts.”
“A major tragedy occurred during the victory celebrations. It happened near the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the deceased. The government will provide free treatment to the injured,” the CM announced.
This article first appeared on Mid Day
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