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Tragic Stampede at Bengaluru Stadium Claims Lives During IPL Victory Celebration

A stampede outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during IPL celebrations resulted in 11 deaths and over 30 injuries, prompting calls for better crowd management.

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A stampede outside Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium during celebrations for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory left at least 11 dead and over 30 injured. The crowd, estimated at 200,000, surged toward the gates, leading to chaos and a deadly crush. Victims included young students, with many suffering from trampling or suffocation. Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized the need for improved crowd management, as the incident has sparked political controversy over event planning. Families of the victims express anger and disbelief, highlighting the tragedy overshadowing the team's long-awaited victory.

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  • The articles report on a tragic stampede during a cricket celebration in India, resulting in 11 deaths and many injuries.
  • The tone is somber, reflecting deep sorrow and shock over the loss of lives and the chaos that ensued.
  • There is a strong emphasis on the need for improved crowd management at large events to prevent future tragedies.

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"…At least 11 people have been killed and many more injured in a stampede outside a cricket stadium in the southern Indian state of Karnataka to celebrate the home team’s victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL), the world’s most popular Twenty20 cricket tournament."

At least 11 dead in stampede outside cricket stadium in southern India
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"…Several people were feared dead and many more injured in a crowd crush on Wednesday outside a cricket stadium in southern India’s Karnataka state."

Several feared dead in a crowd crush outside a cricket stadium in India
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"…Panic and a chaotic run toward the stadium gates turned into a deadly crowd crush in India’s southern Bengaluru city Wednesday, leaving at least 11 people dead and more than 30 others injured."

Cricket fans in India were celebrating their team's win. A stampede turned that joy into tragedy
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"…At least 11 people are dead and more than 30 injured after a stampede on Wednesday as crowds tried to enter a cricket stadium in southern India’s Karnataka state, authorities said."

At least 11 people die in stampede outside cricket stadium in India
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"…A moment of joy has been eclipsed by sorrow."

Eleven people die in crush at Bengaluru IPL victory parade
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"…Several people were feared dead and many more injured in a stampede on Wednesday as crowds tried to make their way inside a cricket stadium in southern India’s Karnataka state."

Several feared dead in a stampede outside a cricket stadium in India
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The stampede was caused by a huge crowd surging toward the gates of the Chinnaswamy Stadium, exacerbated by overcrowding and blocked roads. Fans were eager to catch a glimpse of their favorite players, leading to chaos and a deadly crush.

At least 11 people were killed, and over 30 injured in the stampede.

A magisterial inquiry has been ordered into the incident. Additionally, there are calls for improved crowd management, as highlighted by Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

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