By A Staff Reporter
Bengaluru: The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) cricket franchise has announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 10 lakh to the families of the 11 victims who tragically lost their lives in the recent Bengaluru stampede. The incident has deeply saddened the RCB community, which called the loss an “unfortunate” event causing immense anguish.
In an official statement, RCB said, “As a mark of respect and a gesture of solidarity, RCB has announced a financial support of INR 10 lakh to each of the eleven families of the deceased.” The franchise also revealed plans to create a dedicated fund, ‘RCB Cares,’ aimed at providing assistance to fans injured in the tragedy.
“Our fans will always remain at the heart of everything that we do. We remain united in grief,” the statement added, emphasizing the emotional connection between the team and its supporters.
The stampede, which took place during a public event, has left the city mourning and the sporting community in shock. The announcement by RCB reflects the team’s commitment to standing by its fans and their families during this difficult time.