Bengaluru's RCB Victory Parade Sparks Outrage Over Damage and Mismanagement

Public Outcry Following RCB Victory Celebration

The recent victory parade for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru has sparked significant backlash, with reports of damage to public property and complaints from local residents. Approximately 300,000 fans gathered to celebrate, leading to chaos that resulted in the destruction of park facilities and natural surroundings. This kind of fan frenzy is not unprecedented; a similar incident occurred during a concert by Diljit Dosanjh at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, where attendees caused extensive damage.

Local residents have expressed their anger, prompting the Cubbon Park Walkers' Association to file a formal complaint with the police. They criticized the Karnataka Government, the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), and the Army Headquarters Subarea for their lack of preparedness in managing the event. The association's letter stated,

"The recent victory celebration for RCB at the KSCA Stadium, organized by DNA and others, was poorly managed, leading to significant damage in Cubbon Park, including broken fences and harmed vegetation, with no preventive measures taken by the authorities."

The letter further highlighted the responsibility of the Army, noting that the land belongs to them and questioning the absence of any documentation regarding its transfer to the state or KSCA. The complaint emphasized,

"The Karnataka Sub Area is also accountable, as the stadium land is under Army jurisdiction. There is no evidence of land transfer, and thus, the Army Headquarters Subarea is also being held responsible for failing to maintain order."

The walkers condemned the state government for neglecting its duties and criticized the Army for not ensuring law and order during the event. They demanded that appropriate actions be taken against the Karnataka Government, KSCA, DNA, and the Army Sub Area, stating that

"legal action should be pursued against the Government of Karnataka, KSCA Organization, DNA, and RCB. We urge that this complaint be addressed in accordance with the law."