Bengaluru FC has lodged a formal complaint with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) following an alarming incident during the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 final against Mohun Bagan Super Giant at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. A firecracker was thrown into the away section, injuring several Bengaluru supporters.

The explosive landed among the travelling fans, with one supporter suffering a serious eye injury that required medical treatment. Club owner Parth Jindal was also injured, sustaining burns and bruises in the attack. He later shared details of the incident on social media, highlighting concerns over the inadequate security measures at the stadium.

In a strongly worded statement, Bengaluru FC condemned the reckless act, calling it a direct threat to the safety of both fans and officials. “This was not just an act of recklessness, but a direct threat to the safety of our fans and officials,” the club said.

The club is now working with the AIFF and FSDL to ensure proper action is taken. It has demanded strict consequences and better safety measures for future matches, stressing that such incidents endanger lives and go against the spirit of the game.

“Stadiums should be a safe space – now and always,” the statement concluded, calling for a robust framework to ensure the safety of all involved.