K’taka CM & Dy CM directly responsible for stampede: LoP R Ashoka
A tragic incident occurred in Bengaluru, Karnataka’s capital, on May 30, 2022, when 11 people lost their lives in a stampede outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The stampede happened during a massive rally organized by the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee, where thousands of people had gathered to support the party’s slogan, “Bengaluru is our city.” The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the state, with many condemning the lack of adequate security measures and responsibility being taken by the authorities.
In the aftermath of the tragic event, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Karnataka Assembly, R Ashoka, has held the Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah, and his Deputy, DK Shivakumar, directly responsible for the stampede. Ashoka, who is also a senior BJP leader, said that the CM and Dy CM were accountable for the tragic incident and demanded a Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by a High Court judge to probe the matter.
“The Chief Minister and the Deputy Chief Minister are directly responsible for the stampede,” Ashoka stated. “They have failed in their duty to provide adequate security measures, and as a result, 11 innocent lives have been lost. It’s a clear case of negligence and lack of preparedness.”
Ashoka’s statement comes after the Karnataka Police have launched an investigation into the incident, and several officials have been suspended or transferred. However, Ashoka believes that a deeper probe is required to uncover the root causes of the stampede and to hold those responsible accountable.
“We demand a Special Investigation Team led by a High Court judge to probe the incident,” Ashoka said. “Justice must be delivered for these deaths, and those responsible must be punished. The people of Karnataka deserve nothing but the truth and justice.”
The LoP’s statement has sparked a heated debate in the state, with many criticizing the government’s handling of the situation. The incident has also raised questions about the preparedness of the authorities to handle large gatherings and the lack of adequate security measures in place.
The Chinnaswamy Stadium, where the stampede occurred, is a popular venue for cricket matches and other events, and the rally was one of the largest in recent years. However, despite the large crowd, the authorities seem to have failed in their duty to provide adequate security measures, leading to the tragic outcome.
The incident has also cast a shadow over the upcoming elections in the state, with many political parties using the event to gain political mileage. The Congress party, which is ruling the state, has come under fire for its handling of the situation, with many accusing the government of being responsible for the stampede.
The Opposition parties, including the BJP and the JD(S), have also criticized the government’s handling of the situation, demanding a thorough investigation and action against those responsible. The incident has also sparked a debate about the need for better preparedness and security measures in place for large gatherings and events.
In conclusion, the tragic stampede outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has highlighted the need for better preparedness and security measures in place for large gatherings and events. The incident has also raised questions about the accountability of the authorities, with the LoP, R Ashoka, holding the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister directly responsible.
As the investigation into the incident continues, it is essential that the authorities take concrete steps to ensure that such tragedies do not occur in the future. The people of Karnataka deserve nothing but the truth and justice, and it is the responsibility of the authorities to deliver it.
