On 30th August, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) launched ‘RCB Cares,’ a campaign aimed to support the eleven people who lost their lives at the stampede incident on 4 June 2025, outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Extending their help, they have provided financial aid of Rs. 25 lakhs to each of the families.
On Monday, September 1, RCB announced six different programs that will function and act under the campaign in the coming months. After receiving the authorized permission for its establishment, RCB will provide its commitment and support for all the fans who stood beside them in every moment.
The program first aims at providing the affected fans and the families with transparent and immediate human support. Next comes the elevated security protocols and enhanced support staff system through increased efforts with authorities and officials for crowd management.
The program is not only confined to the urban-living population but will also prioritize the rural communities of Karnataka. Social developmental programs will be provided starting with the ‘Siddi’ community.
While the crowd management was a main concern behind the stampede incident, annual training will be provided for the on-ground staff. Along with that, a comprehensive guideline for the safety of the fans will be ensured.
Keeping in mind the passionate RCB fans in Bengaluru, a dedicated space will be set up as a tribute and in memory of their love for the franchise. The program also aims to provide job opportunities for sporting stadium events. It also looks forward to building the future of sport by supporting the upcoming generation of talents, be they local.
The six programs involved under RCB Care are namely:
1. Provide support that goes beyond Financial Aid
2. Build Safe & Inclusive Environments
3. Empower Communities With Real Opportunities
4. Invest in independent research on crowd safety
5. Elevate Fan Memory Into Something Permanent
6. Build Futures Through Sport
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