BCCI to discuss formulation of norms for IPL celebration after Bengaluru stampede

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to discuss the formulation of norms for Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises regarding victory celebrations during its Apex Council meeting scheduled for June 14. The matter has gained urgency following the stampede in Bengaluru that killed 11 people and left over 50 injured during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) post-title celebrations on June 4.

"Discussion regarding IPL victory celebration and the need of formulation of norms" is one of the listed items on the agenda for the emergent meeting.

The BCCI had earlier condemned the mismanagement that led to the stampede outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where thousands gathered to celebrate RCB’s first IPL title. However, the board distanced itself from the incident,



stating it had no role in the organisation of the event in Bengaluru.

RCB players brought the IPL trophy home to a hero’s welcome. The Karnataka Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah, felicitated the team at Vidhana Soudha before they moved to the stadium for a fan-engagement event later that evening.

Despite the Bengaluru Traffic Police initially denying permission due to anticipated congestion, the franchise went ahead and announced a celebratory bus parade from Vidhana Soudha to the stadium. The parade did not take place, but an estimated two lakh people still turned up, resulting in a tragic stampede outside the stadium.

The Karnataka government, RCB, and the Karnataka State Cricket Association have faced criticism over the poor planning and execution of the event.