Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Addresses Bengaluru Stampede Incident
Karnataka CM Responds to Stampede Tragedy
On Wednesday, Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated that he would not justify the recent stampede by making comparisons to similar incidents, such as those that occurred during the Kumbh Mela.
He remarked, "Such events have taken place in various locations; I will not defend this incident by drawing parallels and stating that it has happened here and there... 50-60 individuals lost their lives at Kumbh Mela. I did not voice any criticism. If the Congress party chooses to criticize, that is a separate issue. Did I or the Karnataka government express any disapproval?"
#WATCH | Bengaluru stampede | "Such incidents happened in many places; I am not going to defend it by comparing them and saying that it happened here and there… 50-60 people died in Kumbh Mela. I did not criticise. If Congress criticises, then that is a different matter. Did I… pic.twitter.com/pbvQZnO6Vm
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Siddaramaiah further stated, "I do not wish to defend this occurrence. Our administration will refrain from politicizing this matter. I have mandated a magisterial inquiry, allowing a period of 15 days for it. Attendees even broke the stadium gates. A stampede occurred, which was unexpected given the turnout. The stadium can accommodate only 35,000 people, yet 2-3 lakh individuals attended."
#WATCH | Bengaluru stampede | Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says, "I don't want to defend this incident. Our government will not do politics on this. I have ordered a magisterial inquiry and given 15 days' time. People even broke the gates of the stadium. There was a stampede. No one… pic.twitter.com/ZtPIqMthS3
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The Chief Minister announced that the government would provide a compensation of Rs 10 lakh to the families of the deceased and ensure free medical treatment for the injured.
Bengaluru: On the stampede incident, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says, "A major tragedy occurred during the victory celebrations. It happened near the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the deceased. The government will provide free… pic.twitter.com/9M5Hrjppmh
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He added, "All available police personnel in Bengaluru city were deployed. Clearly, this incident should not have occurred. We stand with the victims."
#WATCH | Bengaluru stampede | Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says, "The entire police force available in Bengaluru city was deployed. Of course, this incident should not have happened. We are with the victims." pic.twitter.com/YanvX1gj68
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