Royal Challengers Bangalore’s victory parade was set to kick off outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. But before the team even arrived, chaos erupted. A stampede broke out, and people lost their lives. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia has now spoken out about the tragic event.
Saikia called the incident “unfortunate” and expressed condolences to the families of those who died. He also noted that the popularity of cricket can have a negative side. “People are crazy about cricketers,” he said. “Organizers should have been better prepared.” Saikia hopes those injured will recover soon.
When big events happen, precise planning and security are key, according to Saikia. He believes someone dropped the ball, leading to the disaster. The BCCI secretary emphasizes the need for proper safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
Reaction from BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla
Rajeev Shukla, BCCI vice president, weighed in on the Bengaluru stampede. He stated that the government had tried to prevent the roadshow to avoid a stampede, but no one expected it to happen outside the stadium. Shukla thinks everyone should work together to address the damage.
Delhi: On Bengaluru stampede, BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla says, ” Govt did stop the roadshow in order to avoid stampede or any such situation. But, it was not anticipated that a stampede would happen outside the stadium. Everybody should work together on the damage… pic.twitter.com/Ud6LVc28kE
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The incident has raised questions about event planning and safety measures. As the investigation unfolds, one thing is clear: the tragic loss of life will not be forgotten.