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India Gazette
05-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Heart-wrenching incident": Syed Kirmani on Bengaluru stampede
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India] June 5 (ANI): Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Syed Kirmani has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampede that occurred in Bengaluru during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) IPL title celebration, calling it a 'heart-wrenching incident' that should have been prevented with better planning. The unfortunate mishap, which claimed eleven lives and left several injured, unfolded as thousands of fans gathered to catch a glimpse of their cricketing heroes following RCB's historic maiden IPL title win. Kirmani lamented the lack of proper coordination, which led to the chaos. 'It is a heart-wrenching incident which should not have occurred if it had been properly organized,' Kirmani said. Highlighting the need for thoughtful scheduling, the former cricketer pointed out that a bit of patience and planning could have made all the difference. 'RCB took 17 years to win the coveted trophy. Likewise, the authorities concerned should have taken some more time, a couple of days--once the players had relaxed in their homes, called them over and properly organized,' he suggested. Kirmani extended his heartfelt condolences to those mourning the loss of loved ones, saying, 'Whatever has happened, my condolences to all the family members of all those who have passed away in the stampede.' 'Who is going to take the blame, I don't know,' he remarked. 'They all have to come together, settle down amicably and then solve this problem,' he said. Emphasizing the need for long-term support, Kirmani called for the authorities and the franchise to ensure the bereaved families receive the care and attention they deserve. 'Bereaved families should be taken care of,' he stated firmly. 'It is a learning process, that you should not be doing things in a hurry,' he said. (ANI)
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'A deadly welcome to IPL champions': Former World Cup winner slams RCB management
An ambulance arrives at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium as fans gather to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru cricketers, winners of the Indian Premier League, in Bengaluru, India, Wednesday, June 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi) Former Indian cricket legend Syed Kirmani expressed concern over the tragic death of 11 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans during victory celebrations at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The incident occurred when local authorities failed to manage the massive turnout during celebrations organized by RCB management and Karnataka government to honor the newly crowned IPL champions. Kirmani, who was part of India's 1983 World Cup winning team, offered his condolences to the bereaved families while reflecting on the changing nature of fan culture. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "My condolences to bereaved families. This was a deadly welcome to IPL champions. In our times, there was no such media hype and there was no TV and there was no such thing which could lead to such things," Kirmani told India Today. The former wicketkeeper, who played 88 Tests for India, suggested that the celebration could have been better planned with proper arrangements. IPL 2025 Final | Rishi Sunak Interview: 'I am a big Virat Kohli fan... RCB is my team' "On that count I suppose if RCB waited for 17 (18) years to become champions and organizers whosoever it may be could have waited for a while for things to settle down and then organize a show to felicitate these great heroes of RCB." Kirmani questioned whether similar fan enthusiasm would be shown for Karnataka's potential Ranji Trophy victory, highlighting the evolution of cricket fandom. Who's that IPL player? "The fans of our times were not as crazy as fans of today and especially in the IPL, the crazy fans are unimaginable particularly as you could see lakhs and lakhs were around just to get a glimpse of these great heroes." The stampede resulted from an unexpectedly large crowd gathering to celebrate RCB's championship victory, leading to the unfortunate loss of lives at the stadium.
Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
After Madan Lal, another 1983 World Cup winner slams RCB, calls Bengaluru stampede tragedy a 'deadly welcome'
Legendary India wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani has voiced his dismay over the tragic stampede that marred Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL title celebration at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, calling it a 'deadly welcome' for the newly crowned champions. The 1983 World Cup winner also drew a stark contrast between the controlled, grounded fandom of his playing days and the frenzied following seen in the IPL era. The victory event, jointly held by the RCB management and the Karnataka government, turned fatal as massive, unregulated crowds overwhelmed the venue's security capacity. At least 11 people lost their lives, and nearly 50 were injured in the chaos. Kirmani, deeply moved by the tragedy, questioned both the timing and the management of the celebrations. "My condolences to bereaved families. This was a deadly welcome to IPL champions. In our times, there was no such media hype and there was no TV and there was no such thing which could lead to such things," Kirmani told India Today. Kirmani, who represented India in 88 Test matches, felt that the felicitation of RCB's maiden IPL triumph could have waited a little longer, allowing for better planning and crowd control. He stressed that such an important moment should not have been rushed. "On that count, I suppose if RCB waited for 17 (18) years to become champions and organisers, whosoever it may be, could have waited for a while for things to settle down and then organise a show to felicitate these great heroes of RCB." Madan Lal had earlier bashed RCB for not waiting a little longer to organise the title celebrations. The former wicketkeeper didn't shy away from questioning the intensity of today's cricket fandom, highlighting how the game's changing nature has led to situations previously unheard of. "The fans of our times were not as crazy as fans of today, and especially in the IPL, the crazy fans are unimaginable, particularly as you could see lakhs and lakhs were around just to get a glimpse of these great heroes," said Kirmani. He further posed a thought-provoking question on whether the same crowd would have shown up if Karnataka had won the Ranji Trophy, suggesting that the growing glamour and media spectacle around the IPL has fundamentally altered how fans connect with the sport.
NDTV
05-06-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
This Was A 'Deadly' Welcome For IPL Champions: World Cup Winner
Legendary Indian wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani, a hero of India's 1983 World Cup victory, termed the death of 11 Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans during the victory celebrations in Bengaluru as a "deadly welcome" for the newly crowned IPL champions and questioned the change in nature of fandom from his playing days. The RCB management and the Karnataka government organised a victory celebration at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, but the local authorities didn't envisage the massive turnout which led to a stampede, killing 11 people. "My condolences to bereaved families. This was a deadly welcome to IPL champions. In our times, there was no such media hype and there was no TV and there was no such thing which could lead to such things," Kirmani told 'India Today'. Kirmani, who played 88 Tests for India, felt if the RCB team was to be felicitated, it could have been done in a proper manner with enough time for proper arrangements. "On that count I suppose if RCB waited for 17 (18) years to become champions and organizers, whosoever it may be could have waited for a while for things to settle down and then organize a show to felicitate these great heroes of RCB." He also questioned whether the same fans, who are crazy about RCB, would turn up if Karnataka won the Ranji Trophy. He feels that nature of fandom have become crazier. "The fans of our times were not as crazy as fans of today and especially in the IPL, the crazy fans are unimaginable particularly as you could see lakhs and lakhs were around just to get a glimpse of these great heroes." Listen to the latest songs, only on
Business Recorder
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Rs1.2bn allocation made to revive citrus industry
LAHORE: The Punjab government has allocated a huge sum of Rs1.2 billion for citrus revival initiative in the province to provide technical guidance to growers and to introduce improved citrus varieties. Pakistan's annual citrus exports have dropped from $200 million to $130 million and urgent efforts are needed to provide technical guidance to growers and to introduce new, improved citrus varieties, said Deputy Convener Mohsin Shahnawaz Ranjha while speaking at the second meeting of the Chief Minister's Citrus Development Task Force. He proposed support for nursery businesses and the establishment of a development board focused on orchard revival in Sargodha. He also stressed the need for the swift completion of a modern citrus laboratory and the creation of a monitoring unit for orchard evaluation. The meeting was held at Agriculture House, Lahore. It was chaired by Punjab Minister for Agriculture and Livestock, Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani. During the meeting, various proposals for the development of the citrus sector were reviewed. Attendees included Deputy Convener of the Citrus Development Task Force Punjab, Mohsin Shahnawaz Ranjha, Secretary Agriculture Punjab, Iftikhar Ali Sahoo, and Secretary Industries, Commerce, and Investment Punjab, Umar Masood. Kirmani emphasized that boosting citrus production is a key priority for the government of Punjab. He noted that kinnow, in particular, is a signature fruit of the province. However, climate change has led to the deterioration of citrus orchards, making them more susceptible to diseases. This has resulted in a decline in fruit size and shelf life, particularly in kinnow. Several practical initiatives were agreed upon during the meeting, including the establishment of a Citrus Park, integration of citrus orchards into the Kissan Card platform, recruitment of 100 agricultural interns and 100 youth for a three-year citrus revival project, and the provision of subsidies similar to those offered in the wheat support programme. Minister Kirmani also underscored the need to regulate fruit nurseries through licensing and registration. He instructed the Bank of Punjab to introduce a loan scheme for farmers operating citrus nurseries. He stressed the importance of enhancing citrus exports and improving the value chain to meet international standards. Under the Chief Minister's Kissan Package, Rs1.2 billion has been allocated for the citrus revival initiative. This funding aims to establish certified nurseries, create new orchards, and boost both citrus production and exports to strengthen the national economy. The minister further stated that the primary goal of the citrus revival programme is to utilize modern agricultural technology to produce certified citrus plants and provide technical support to farmers. The overarching objective is to improve both the yield and quality of citrus through certified plant material. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
