Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are on the verge of clinching their second IPL title. Having started the IPL 2026 season as defending champions, they are now aiming for another championship.
In anticipation of the IPL 2026 grand finale, the Bengaluru city police have released advisories for the residents. They have implored fans to maintain peace and order following the announcement of the match’s outcome.
Bengaluru city police issues advisories ahead of the RCB vs GT IPL 2026 final
In the final, RCB will face Shubman Gill’s Gujarat Titans. RCB is widely considered the favorite to win the trophy. The Bengaluru city police have, as per reports, prohibited all forms of public celebrations, including bike rallies, speeding, excessive honking, and public match screenings without prior authorization.
These precautionary measures are being implemented based on the lessons learned from a tragic incident last year. In 2025, RCB secured their first-ever IPL title after an 18-year wait. To commemorate this victory, the franchise organized a road rally with their fans, followed by a ceremony at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
A chaotic celebration caused 11 deaths in 2025
An immense number of fans had gathered on the streets to be part of the celebration, and the situation eventually spiraled out of control. What should have been a moment of joy turned tragic when 11 fans lost their lives in a stampede outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
To prevent a recurrence of such an event, the Bengaluru city police have issued advance advisories to the public. They have also cautioned citizens to respond responsibly to any social media content that is provocative, hateful, or spreads rumors.
Take a look at the guidelines issued by the Office of the Commissioner of Police, related to the RCB vs GT IPL 2026 Final match:
- Following the announcement of the final match result, the public is not permitted to engage in any form of public celebrations.
- Public display screens (LED walls) facing roads are forbidden without prior permission from the relevant authorities, and existing LED walls must not broadcast the match.
- Screens are not to be installed outside malls, pubs, or other venues in a manner that is visible to the public for viewing the final match.
- The bursting of crackers and the use of dangerous materials are prohibited.
- Peace and discipline must be maintained in crowded areas.
- Traffic police instructions and guidance must be strictly adhered to.
- Bike rallies, over-speeding, stunts, misuse of horns, and road blockages are prohibited.
- The public is advised against consuming alcohol in public places, causing disturbances, engaging in fights, or exhibiting indecent behavior.
- Provocative posts, hateful messages, or rumors should not be shared on social media.
- Fans of opposing teams should not be provoked, insulted, or subjected to behavior that could lead to altercations under the guise of the match result.
