Deleted RCB Social Media Posts Cited in Court Amid Stampede Investigation
Court Examines Online Activity After IPL 2025 Victory Parade Tragedy
In a new twist to the investigation surrounding the Bengaluru stampede that followed RCB’s IPL 2025 victory celebrations, the Karnataka High Court has cited deleted social media posts by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) franchise as part of ongoing legal proceedings.
These posts—reportedly including promotional materials and celebration announcements—are being examined for their role in drawing massive crowds without adequate safety measures.
Digital Evidence Under Scrutiny
The court observed that several now-deleted Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) posts potentially encouraged an unregulated turnout at the parade venue. Authorities are probing whether RCB’s digital communication contributed to overcrowding and lack of crowd control that led to the fatal stampede.
The D’Cunha Judicial Commission, in its preliminary report, had already flagged poor coordination between RCB, KSCA, and local police. The new focus on digital promotion adds another layer to the inquiry.
RCB’s Legal Defense
RCB officials maintain that all promotional material was created in consultation with event management firms and that crowd control responsibilities were shared with municipal and police authorities. However, the court has directed digital forensics teams to recover and examine the deleted posts for evidence of liability.
Broader Implications for Event Management in Cricket
This case could set a precedent on how IPL teams manage public communications, especially during high-stakes events like title wins. The role of social media in crowd mobilization is now under judicial review, marking a potential shift in accountability standards in Indian sports.
The report also urged the BCCI and IPL Governing Council to create standardized safety guidelines for title celebrations across India.
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