Karnataka HC takes suo moto cognizance of Bengaluru stampede tragedy

In a significant move, the Karnataka High Court took suo moto cognizance of the tragic stampede that occurred at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday. The stampede unfolded during a public celebration event marking the Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) first-ever IPL victory, resulting in the death of at least 11 individuals, with many others injured.

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The devastating incident occurred in the high-energy crowd as thousands gathered to celebrate RCB’s historic triumph in the Indian Premier League. The event, which had drawn massive public participation, quickly turned into a disaster when panic spread among the crowd. The exact cause of the stampede is still under investigation, but reports suggest overcrowding and lack of adequate safety measures contributed to the chaos.The Karnataka High Court, taking swift action, scheduled a hearing at 2:30 PM today, where authorities will be summoned to provide updates on the ongoing investigation and the steps being taken to ensure such incidents do not occur again.

The court’s intervention aims to hold the responsible parties accountable and ensure justice for the victims and their families.The tragic loss has left the city in mourning, with many expressing outrage over the lack of safety arrangements for such large-scale public events. Authorities have promised to expedite the investigation and implement stricter crowd management protocols moving forward.The Karnataka government, RCB management, and event organizers are under increasing pressure to clarify how such a calamity could have been avoided. Meanwhile, the city has been urged to reconsider the safety regulations for future public gatherings to ensure the well-being of all attendees.