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Jun 12, 2025
Opposition leader calls for NHRC intervention in Bengaluru stampede
A tragic stampede at the Royal Challengers Bengaluru victory event left 11 people dead and many injured. Opposition leader R. Ashok is blaming the state government for poor planning and has asked the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to get involved. Overcrowding and not enough security made things worse, with critics saying event organizers cared more about publicity than safety.
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Ashok demands support for victims' families
Ashok is pushing for a full investigation, stricter rules for big public events, and support for victims' families. The incident highlights how important proper crowd management and accountability are—especially when large gatherings are involved—so something like this doesn't happen again.