Bengaluru: In the wake of last year's tragic incident where 11 individuals lost their lives outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium while celebrating Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) IPL victory, the city police have imposed stringent restrictions on activities that could lead to crowding in public spaces or cause inconvenience to commuters during Sunday's IPL final match. RCB has secured a spot in the final, which will be held in Ahmedabad.
Strict Prohibitions Announced
City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh, in a press release, declared that live screenings of the match on LED screens in public places are strictly forbidden. “After the final match result is announced, the public must refrain from any form of celebrations in public places. LED walls facing roads cannot be set up without prior permission from the concerned authorities, and the match should not be telecast on existing LED walls. Screens must not be installed outside malls, pubs, or other establishments in a manner visible to the public for viewing the final match,” the release stated.
Additional Instructions
- Bursting crackers and using dangerous materials are prohibited.
- Peace and discipline must be maintained in crowded areas.
- Instructions and guidance issued by the traffic police must be strictly followed.
- Bike rallies, overspeeding, stunts, misuse of horns, and road blockages are prohibited. People are advised not to consume alcohol in public places, create disturbances, engage in fights, or behave indecently.
- Provocative posts, hateful messages, or rumors should not be shared on social media.
- Under the pretext of the match result, fans of other teams should not be provoked, insulted, or engaged in behavior that may lead to fights.
Free Metro Rides on Sunday
Bengalureans will enjoy free travel on Namma Metro this Sunday, when RCB plays in the 2026 tournament final. The offer is available across all lines to every fan in the city, bookable directly through the ConfirmTkt app. Commuters can avail of two rides for free, worth a maximum of Rs 100.
