3 Things Bengaluru stampede, tiger safari in Jharkhand, Mahua Moitra's wedding
Jun 6, 2025
Sanath Prasad from The Indian Express, who covers Bengaluru news, discusses the tragedy of a stampede during an IPL victory parade that left many injured. He highlights the crowd management failures and the emotional impact on fans. Shubham Tigga, also from The Indian Express, sheds light on a planned tiger safari in Jharkhand, detailing the government's initiative while addressing community concerns. Additionally, the podcast touches on TMC MP Mahua Moitra's wedding, adding a splash of political intrigue to the conversation.
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Cause of Bengaluru Stampede
- The stampede at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium was caused by an overwhelming crowd of over 2 lakh against a 35,000 capacity stadium.
- Confusion over a denied victory parade and misinformation about free passes worsened the tragedy.
Victory Parade Denied Last Minute
- Last-minute cancellation of the RCB victory parade was due to police concerns about traffic management and lack of preparation time.
- The police denied the parade permission just hours before it was announced on social media by the team itself.
Emergency Response Was Limited
- Emergency services were insufficient, with only three to four ambulances for a massive crowd in distress.
- Despite police and medical efforts, mishandling and crowd pressure led to tragic outcomes.