A Night to Remember—And a Lesson We Must Never Forget

My first blog in 14 years. After more than a decade, I find myself drawn back here—not by nostalgia, but by a deep sense of emotion. Last night was historic. RCB finally lifted the IPL trophy after 18 long years . The wait was painful, the journey relentless, and the victory... euphoric. It was more than just a win. It was about hope, perseverance, belief , and every drop of sweat each player poured into the game. The team showed us what it means to believe and keep going—even when the world writes you off. This should have been a day of undiluted celebration. But it wasn’t. Because at the very heart of this celebration, 11 people lost their lives — according to reports as of 9:00 PM on June 4th, 2025 . Yes, 11 lives—fans—perished in a tragedy that unfolded just outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium. And the more we look at it, the more it feels like a failure that could have been prevented . Did the Cricket Association do enough? A final of this magnitude demands planning and foresight. We...