RCB's (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) IPL 2025 title triumph celebrations turned tragic as a deadly stampede claimed the lives of 11 people in Bengaluru. After a long wait of 18 years, RCB finally had their hands on the IPL trophy on June 3 in Ahmedabad and it was supposed to be a grand affair. Likewise, a victory parade was quickly put in place the very next day on June 4 and a massive crowd had gathered to witness their cricketing heroes celebrate with the coveted IPL trophy. But the joy did not take much time to turn into tragedy as 11 people died and many others were left injured in a stampede right outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.ย Royal Challengers Bengaluru Addresses Heartfelt Letter To Fans First Time After Stampede, IPL 2025 Champions Announce 'RCB Cares' (See Post).

 

RCB Condole Victims of Bengaluru Tragedy

After the heartbreaking incident, RCB expressed profound grief at the tragic loss of lives and had also announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh each to the families of those who lost their lives. "Our fans will always remain at the heart of everything that we do. We remain united in grief," a statement by RCB had read at that time. After that post on June 5, RCB's social media handles did not witness any activity, with the franchise not sharing any other post until August 28.

What is 'RCB Cares'?

In an initial statement condoling the loss of lives in the deadly Bengaluru stampede, RCB, apart from announcing a financial gesture, had also set up a fund called 'RCB Cares', with the help of which those injured in the tragic incident were given treatment. RCB, on August 29, ended their absence on social media and announced 'RCB Cares'.RCB, in another post on August 30, explained that the 'RCB Cares' initiative is a 'long-term commitment for meaningful action' that has begun by honouring those who tragically lost their lives in the Bengaluru stampede on June 4.ย Subsequently, on September 1, RCB detailed their 'RCB Cares' initiative, which is a 'long-term commitment to support, empower and elevate our 12th Man Army, through meaningful action.' The franchise also shared six points of action that they would undertake over the coming months.ย 'RCB Ke Liye Itne Saal Khela Hai, Kuch Kiya Nahi' Ambati Rayudu Takes Dig At Kevin Pietersen Over 'Joker' Remark Made After IPL 2024 Final (Watch Video).

RCB Share Details of 'RCB Cares'

RCB Cares is an initiative which has been 'shaped' by fans and the community and through this, the franchise attempts to strengthen its bond with its supporters. It is also a platform for the franchise and supporters to come together. RCB had also announced that more details regarding RCB Cares would be revealed soon. Meanwhile, the M Chinnaswamy Stadium lost its matches for the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 after the venue did not obtain clearances from the authorities in the aftermath of the Bengaluru stampede.

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