K’taka CM & Dy CM directly responsible for stampede: LoP R Ashoka
In the aftermath of the tragic stampede that occurred outside Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium, killing 11 people and injuring many more, Leader of Opposition (LoP) R Ashoka has squarely placed the responsibility for the incident on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. Ashoka, while speaking to the media, demanded a Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by a High Court judge to probe the incident and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
The stampede occurred on May 30, 2022, when a large crowd of people gathered outside the stadium to attend a football match between Bengaluru FC and Hyderabad FC. The chaos was sparked when the crowd surged towards the gates, resulting in a crush that led to a stampede. The incident has left the city and the state in shock, with many still trying to come to terms with the loss of life and the injuries sustained by those who were present at the scene.
Ashoka, while condemning the incident, accused the state government of being responsible for the tragedy. “The Chief Minister and the Deputy Chief Minister are directly responsible for this tragic incident,” he said. “Their negligence and lack of preparedness have led to this avoidable tragedy. They must take responsibility for the lives lost and the injuries sustained.”
Ashoka’s statement comes at a time when the state government is facing widespread criticism for its handling of the incident. The opposition parties have been quick to point out that the government had been warned about the potential risks of a stampede at the stadium, but failed to take adequate measures to prevent it.
The Leader of Opposition also demanded a thorough investigation into the incident, saying that a SIT led by a High Court judge was the only way to ensure that justice was delivered to the victims and their families. “The police investigation will not be satisfactory, as they are under the control of the government,” he said. “A SIT led by a High Court judge will ensure that the investigation is impartial and that those responsible are punished.”
Ashoka’s demand for a SIT has been echoed by many other opposition leaders, who have called for a thorough and independent investigation into the incident. The opposition parties have also demanded that the government take immediate action to prevent such incidents in the future.
The stampede has also raised questions about the safety and security measures in place at the stadium. The stadium’s management and the police have been criticized for their handling of the situation, with many saying that they were not prepared to deal with a crowd of such magnitude.
The incident has also led to calls for the government to take steps to improve crowd management and safety measures at public events. Many have pointed out that the government has a duty to ensure that public events are safe and secure, and that the stampede is a wake-up call for the government to take immediate action.
In the aftermath of the stampede, the government has announced a compensation package for the families of the victims, as well as for those who were injured in the incident. The package includes a compensation of Rs 5 lakh for each of the families of the victims, as well as Rs 1 lakh for those who were injured in the incident.
While the government’s compensation package is seen as a step in the right direction, many are demanding more action to ensure that justice is delivered to the victims and their families. Ashoka’s demand for a SIT and punishment for those responsible is seen as a necessary step to ensure that the incident is not repeated in the future.
In conclusion, the stampede at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium has left the city and the state in shock, with many still trying to come to terms with the loss of life and the injuries sustained. The incident has also raised questions about the safety and security measures in place at the stadium, as well as the government’s handling of the situation. Ashoka’s demand for a SIT and punishment for those responsible is seen as a necessary step to ensure that justice is delivered to the victims and their families, and that such incidents are not repeated in the future.
