Haryana CM orders safety review after players' tragic deaths

India Nov 28, 2025

After two young basketball players, Hardik and Aman, lost their lives when rusted poles collapsed on them in Rohtak and Bahadurgarh, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has called for a full review of all sports complexes in the state.
The families will receive ₹5 lakh each as support from the government.

Calls for accountability and safer sports spaces

The incidents have sparked political demands for better safety, with leaders urging a nationwide check of sports facilities.
Rohtak MP Deepender Hooda criticized unused funds meant for stadium upgrades and pushed for more help to the affected families.
Haryana's Sports Minister Gaurav Gautam promised justice and said fixing this negligence is now a top priority.