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RCB unveil AI-powered plan worth Rs 4.5 crore for better crowd management at Chinnaswamy Stadium

January 16, 2026

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has proposed an investment of ₹4.5 crore to install 300 to 350 AI-enabled cameras at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium for improved crowd management. This initiative aims to enhance fan safety and ensure efficient crowd movement following past incidents, including a fatal stampede, that have sidelined the stadium from hosting major competitions.

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Credit: Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli holds up the Indian Premier League (IPL) winners' trophy at the the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

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RCB proposes to install 300 to 350 AI-enabled cameras at Chinnaswamy Stadium.
The investment for the project is ₹4.5 crore.
The initiative aims to improve crowd management and enhance fan safety.
Chinnaswamy Stadium has been sidelined from competitions due to a past fatal stampede.
RCB has formally approached the Karnataka State Cricket Association regarding this proposal.

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RCB unveil AI-powered plan worth Rs 4.5 crore for better crowd management at Chinnaswamy Stadium

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