K’taka CM & Dy CM directly responsible for stampede: LoP R Ashoka
Tragedy struck Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday evening when 11 people lost their lives in a stampede that occurred outside the stadium. The incident has sent shockwaves across the state, with many questioning the authorities’ preparedness and response to the situation. Amidst the outrage and grief, Leader of Opposition (LoP) R Ashoka has come down heavily on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, stating that they are directly responsible for the tragic incident.
Ashoka, a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), made these remarks while addressing the media after visiting the injured in hospital. He demanded a Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by a High Court judge to probe the incident, and emphasized that justice must be delivered for the deceased and those responsible must be punished.
The stampede occurred on Friday evening when a large crowd gathered outside the stadium to welcome the Indian cricket team, which had just concluded a match against South Africa. The crowd was reportedly waiting to catch a glimpse of the players, but the situation quickly turned chaotic as people pushed and shoved to get closer to the players. The police and stadium officials were unable to contain the crowd, leading to a stampede that resulted in the tragic loss of life.
Ashoka’s remarks have sparked a heated debate in the state, with many calling for the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister to take responsibility for the incident. The opposition party has long been critical of the government’s handling of public events, and this incident has provided them with fresh ammunition to attack the government.
The BJP leader’s demand for a SIT probe has also been echoed by many, who believe that a thorough investigation is necessary to uncover the truth behind the stampede. The government has already ordered an inquiry into the incident, but many are skeptical about the outcome, given the government’s track record of dodging accountability.
Ashoka’s comments have also sparked a war of words between the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP. The ruling party has dismissed Ashoka’s remarks as “politically motivated,” while the opposition party has accused the government of being “complacent” and “inefficient.”
The incident has also raised questions about the preparedness of the stadium authorities and the police to handle large crowds. The stadium has a capacity of over 40,000, but on Friday evening, the crowd was estimated to be much larger. Many have pointed out that the authorities should have taken measures to prevent the crowd from growing too large, and that the police should have been more effective in controlling the situation.
The stampede has also highlighted the need for better crowd management and emergency response measures in the state. The authorities have been criticized for being slow to respond to the situation, and for being unable to provide adequate medical care to the injured.
As the state mourns the loss of life, the government is under pressure to take immediate action to prevent such incidents in the future. The opposition party has demanded that the government take concrete steps to improve crowd management and emergency response measures, and that those responsible for the stampede be held accountable.
In conclusion, the stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium is a tragic reminder of the importance of effective crowd management and emergency response measures. While the government has ordered an inquiry into the incident, it is imperative that a thorough investigation is conducted to uncover the truth behind the stampede. The opposition party’s demand for a SIT probe led by a High Court judge is a step in the right direction, and the government must take concrete steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
