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Virat Kohli Didn't Meet Families of Chinnaswamy Stampede Victims, Netizens Slam RCB Star

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Days after the tragic stampede at the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) victory parade, which claimed 11 lives outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, public anger is rising - not just at the Karnataka government and event organisers, but also at RCB's biggest icon, Virat Kohli.

On June 4, thousands of fans gathered outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru to celebrate and catch a glimpse of the players who had won RCB the IPL title after an 18-year wait.

Virat Kohli Didn t Meet Families of Chinnaswamy Stampede Victims Netizens Slam RCB Star

Virat Kohli Faces Backlash After Bengaluru Stampede

Despite being one of the most recognizable faces of RCB, social media users have pointed out that cricketer Virat Kohli has not met with the families of those affected by the stampede. His limited public communication following the incident has sparked significant online discussions. Hashtags such as #ArrestKohli and #ShameOnRCB have trended on social media, reflecting a wide range of public reactions.

However, some have defended Kohli, saying, "We're not saying you should stay silent. Blame the government, blame the organisers, but how can you blame Kohli? Stampedes have even happened at the Kumbh Mela-that doesn't mean you blame God."


The large crowd at the Bengaluru event was mainly made up of passionate fans who admire Virat Kohli deeply, which shows the strong connection and influence he has among supporters. Now, as India's cricket team arrives in England without him, the empty stands may speak volumes about just how significant his presence truly is.

"He Went to See Kohli, He Never Came Back" - A Mother's Pain

One grieving mother told local media that her son was a massive Kohli fan who left home with excitement, hoping to see his hero in person at the RCB victory parade. "He never came back," she said through tears, expressing anger at both the crowd mismanagement and blind celebrity worship.

She asked, "What is Virat Kohli - is he God? Why are people so crazy? My son died just trying to see him."

Comparisons with Allu Arjun Response Fuel the Fire

Adding to the backlash, many fans are comparing Kohli's inaction to the approach of Telugu superstar Allu Arjun, who personally visited victims and families after a stampede occurred during a Pushpa 2 promotional event at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad.

"Allu Arjun went and stood with the families. That's what a real hero does. Kohli hasn't even tweeted," one post read, now viral on X.

RCB Fails to Address Crowd Control Lapses

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has not held a press conference or offered an official explanation for the crowd mismanagement at the RCB celebration. While official handles have posted brief condolence messages, critics have dismissed them as generic and "cold."

The lack of direct engagement with victims' families or the public has only added to the growing resentment, especially in Bengaluru, where the mood has shifted from celebration to sorrow and disbelief.

What Caused the Bengaluru Stampede?

Eyewitnesses claim that minimal crowd control, lack of barricades, and poor police coordination led to a surge of fans toward the RCB players' open-top bus. Panic quickly escalated, causing deadly overcrowding. The Bengaluru stampede left at least 11 dead and dozens injured.

The Bigger Question

Beyond the logistics and security lapses, the tragedy has triggered a broader debate: What responsibility do celebrities carry in moments of public grief - especially when fans risk their lives just to be near them?

For the grieving families, the silence of their heroes is almost as painful as the loss itself.

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