Tragedy in Bengaluru: Mass panic in front of the stadium demands 11 life!

Tragedy in Bengaluru: Mass panic in front of the stadium demands 11 life!

in Bengaluru, India, recently broke out a tragic mass panic in front of the Chinnaswamy Stadium, in which at least 11 people were killed and 33 others were injured. According to the Prime Minister Siddaramaiah, eyewitnesses confirmed that the situation became chaotic when a gate to the stadium opened and fans, regardless of whether they had tickets or not, stormed into the arena. The incident occurred when the supporters of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru celebrated their victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

repeated tragedies in India

mass panics at large events are not new in India. Another shocking example took place on January 29, 2025 during the Maha Kumbh Mela, the world's largest religious pilgrimage festival. Here, 40 people were killed, while hundreds were injured when people tried to secure a place in the confluence of the holy rivers. At that time, critics criticized the inadequate security measures and a low police presence that contributed to the catastrophe. Experts had taken numerous security measures, including monitoring with drones and real-time tracking for visitors, but the tragedy could not be prevented, which raised questions about the effectiveness of such measures.

Some of the most common causes of such incidents are overcrowding and bad management, and rumors can quickly lead to panic. Statistics show that with similar tragedies, such as the incident in Hathras in July 2024, over 120 people died.

misunderstandings about mass panic

The term "mass panic" is often used misleadingly. According to Martin Bardy, an expert in event security, it is usually not a matter of collective irrational action. Instead, the reactions are usually individually and designed to save themselves from a perceived danger. Studies show that only about 1% of people in such situations actually tend to panic behavior. At previous major events, the majority of people acted prosocial and helped others instead of panicking.

In order to prevent future tragedies, experts are calling for better information policy, clear instructions and timely communication in emergencies. Effective evacuation could be crucial and should rely on safe escape routes and sufficient information provision. Security forces alone do not offer the necessary protection; Organizational measures are also indispensable.

The incidents in India not only raise questions about security concepts at major events, but also illustrate the need to improve preventive measures and education to ensure the safety of visitors.