Deadly Crowd Surge During Cricket Title Celebrations in India
ReutersJune 5, 20251 min1,737 views
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- 🚨 At least 11 people died and many were injured in a crowd surge during a cricket team's title celebrations in Bengaluru, India.
- 🏏 The incident occurred as fans celebrated the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's first-ever Indian Premier League title win.
Stadium Capacity and Crowd Control Issues
- 🏟️ Authorities stated that the venue's capacity of 35,000 people was vastly exceeded, with an estimated 200,000 to 300,000 people attending the celebration.
- 🎟️ While the team offered free passes, they also warned of limited numbers, but unauthorized individuals reportedly attempted to force their way into the stadium.
- 🗣️ An official described the crowd as having gotten out of control.
Historical Context of Crowd Incidents in India
- ⚠️ Deadly crowd surges are not uncommon in India, often occurring during religious gatherings.
- 🌊 A previous incident in January saw at least 30 deaths at the Mahakum Festival, where millions gathered for a sacred bathing ritual.
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