Such a huge crowd was not expected, CM Siddaramaiah says - Rs 10 lakh compensation for the deceased

National News: On Wednesday, a massive stampede broke out outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, leaving at least 11 people dead and over 33 injured. The incident took place during the celebrations of Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) maiden IPL win. As soon as the win was announced, a large number of people had gathered outside the stadium, who wanted to celebrate their team's victory.

Cause of the incident and the scene of the stampede

RCB's victory celebrations soon turned into a horrific accident when a stampede broke out due to the huge crowd and lack of security arrangements. The crowd that gathered outside the stadium became so huge and uncontrollable that many people fell and were crushed due to the pressure of the people. The situation worsened due to the failure of the administration in security arrangements and the lack of proper crowd control measures. As people collided with each other, and some fell and got pressed to the ground, it created a horrific scene. Due to such chaos, the incident turned into a heart-wrenching accident.

Prime Minister and Chief Minister expressed condolences

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences over the accident. He tweeted, "The accident in Bengaluru is extremely sad. My deepest condolences to the bereaved families. I pray that the injured recover soon."

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also reacted to the accident. He said, "As sad as this incident is, it is equally sad that this accident ends the joy of victory." The Chief Minister announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh to the families of the deceased and the state government also took the responsibility of treating the injured.

Appeal to the public and need for security

Siddaramaiah appealed to the public to give priority to their safety and understand that life is most precious. He stressed that whenever any big events are held, security arrangements should be tightened so that such incidents can be avoided.

Inquiry committee formed

After this incident, the Karnataka government has formed a three-member magistrate inquiry committee, which will investigate the causes of this accident. The committee will also look into what steps can be taken to prevent such incidents in future.

Such incidents are occurring continuously

This accident is a warning not only for Bengaluru but for the entire country that there is a need to be more careful about crowd management and security arrangements in public events. In the last few years, incidents of stampedes caused by crowds have been reported across the country, which highlight the flaws in the security arrangements. This incident shows that if proper security and administrative measures are not taken during the gathering of large number of people, such incidents can happen. It is time that standard safety guidelines should be implemented during such events at both government and private levels, so that any kind of accident can be avoided in future.