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Karnataka Gives Conditional Go-Ahead for IPL and International Cricket at Chinnaswamy

The Home Department’s clearance hinges on completing safety upgrades under expert oversight before any crowd capacity is set.

Overview

  • KSCA said the government has permitted matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium subject to strict terms, ongoing inspections and the right to revise or withdraw approval if compliance falls short.
  • The number of spectators allowed will be fixed only after all prescribed works are completed and a fresh expert committee review determines safe capacity.
  • Cricket at the venue was halted after the June 4, 2025 stampede that killed 11 people, and a judicial inquiry deemed the stadium unsafe for large-scale events.
  • RCB has proposed installing 300–350 AI-enabled cameras with technology partner Staqu and has committed about ₹4.5 crore to fund the one-time cost to strengthen crowd management.
  • KSCA has submitted a compliance roadmap under its new administration, and while RCB explored neutral venues such as Navi Mumbai, Raipur and Pune, any relocation plans remain contingent on final safety clearances.