Celebrations turned tragic in Bengaluru as a stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed 11 lives following RCB's IPL victory. Thousands gathered for a victory parade, overwhelming security near Gate 7. The Karnataka government has announced compensation for the victims' families and ordered an inquiry. Police officials had warned about the risks of holding the parade at short notice.
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