Indian Premier League side Royal Challengers Bengaluru announced compensation of Rs. 10 lakh for the kin of the 11 people who died in a stampede outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Thousands of fans had converged at the stadium on Wednesday in expectation of celebrating RCB’s maiden IPL title. Eleven people died while 33, including a six-year-old girl, were injured in the stampede, which happened at the gates of the stadium.

“The unfortunate incident in Bengaluru yesterday has caused a lot of anguish and pain to the RCB family. As a mark of respect and a gesture of solidarity, RCB has announced a financial support of INR 10 lakh to each of the eleven families of the deceased.

In addition, a fund called RCB Cares is also being created to support fans injured in this tragic incident. Our fans will always remain at the heart of everything that we do. We remain united in grief,” said RCB through a statement.

On Wednesday, shortly after the incident, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah confirmed that 11 people had died and 33 were injured. He also announced a compensation of Rs. 10 lakh for the kin of the deceased.