Bengaluru Stampede Faceoff: Mass Hysteria Or Mismanagement?

 At the Karnataka Assembly session, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah responded to the tragic stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium that killed 11 people by expressing deep sorrow and highlighting the dangers of mass gatherings. He pointed out that such incidents aren't new, listing 20 major stampedes that occurred in BJP-ruled states-including the Hathras tragedy in Uttar Pradesh and the Morbi bridge collapse in Gujarat—to emphasize the need for better crowd management and accountability. Siddaramaiah defended his decision to attend the RCB victory celebration, saying leaders must sometimes respond to public emotion. His remarks sparked debate across party lines, raising urgent questions about safety, responsibility, and political optics during large-scale events.