As the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium prepares to welcome fans once again for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season, authorities have rolled out an extensive security blueprint to ensure a safe and seamless matchday experience. After last year’s tragic stampede, the focus this time is firmly on crowd discipline, structured movement, and responsible celebration. Leading […]

The Karnataka government has finally cleared the return of IPL to Bengaluru’s iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, but IPL 2026 matches will unfold under some of the strictest safety protocols ever seen at a cricket venue in India. After last year’s tragic stampede, authorities are leaving nothing to chance, implementing a comprehensive plan focused on crowd […]

Defending IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have taken a proactive step to strengthen fan safety by proposing installing 300 to 350 AI-enabled surveillance cameras at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium ahead of the IPL 2026 season. The move underlines the franchise’s intent to modernise crowd management systems and prevent a repeat of past tragedies at […]

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has stated that the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) appear to be “prima facie responsible” for the stampede that occurred outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4, resulting in the tragic death of 11 people. The stampede unfolded after nearly 2.5 lakh fans gathered in and around MG Road and […]

The joy of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally lifting their maiden IPL title turned into a harrowing tragedy as a stampede outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru claimed the lives of 11 people and injured many more. The unfortunate incident, which took place during what was meant to be a celebratory event for fans […]