Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) announced an enhanced financial aid of Rs 25 lakh for the families of each of the 11 fans who lost their lives in the tragic stampede outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4. The announcement was made on Saturday via RCB’s official handles on X and Instagram, as part of their newly launched social initiative titled ‘RCB Cares’.

The incident occurred during RCB’s title celebrations, barely a day after the franchise lifted their maiden IPL trophy with a win over Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad. Thousands of jubilant fans had gathered outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium to celebrate with the players. However, the joy turned into devastation when a massive crowd surge led to chaotic scenes at the gates, resulting in the deaths of 11 people and injuries to over 50 others.

About 86 days later, the franchise has now revised its initial compensation, up from the Rs 10 lakh announced shortly after the incident.