RCB victory parade, live updates: Multiple casualties reported after stampede-like situation

We are deeply anguished by the unfortunate incidents that have come to light through media reports regarding public gatherings all over Bengaluru in anticipation of the team’s arrival this afternoon. The safety and well-being of everyone is of utmost importance to us.

RCB mourns the tragic loss of lives and extend our heartfelt condolences to the affected families.

Immediately upon being made aware of the situation, we promptly amended our program, and followed, the guidance and advice of the local administration.

We urge all our supporters to please stay safe.

RCB and the state association have announced an INR 2 lakh compensation for the families of the deceased.

As quoted by PTI: "This incident of deaths due to stampede is totally shocking for us. We at BCCI extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased. We also pray for the speedy recovery of all those who have been injured."

"When one organizes a victory celebrations of this magnitude, proper precautions, safety and security measures need to be taken. There has been some lapses in some corner somewhere.  Due diligence should have been done so that an incident like this could have been avoided."

According to News Minute, Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital as well as Vydehi Hospital had several casualties to attend to over the evening

According to the Hindu, at least ten people have died and 24 injured in the incident

The victory parade that was supposed to celebrate their first win after 18 years turned grim in Bengaluru

Fans thronged the Chinnaswamy stadium to witness the winning team, but were caught in the deluge of the crowd which kept growing bigger through the evening

All accessible gates at the stadium were bustling with fans, all jostling to get in. There was hardly any coordination or arrangement done to control the crowd, with the Queens Road filled on both sides with people.