Bengaluru stampede survivor files case against RCB, KSCA, and DNA Agency
Rolan Gomes, who was at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium to attend the event, has filed the case.
Rolan Gomes, who survived the unfortunate Bengaluru stampede incident, has filed a First Information Report (FIR) at the Cubbon Park Police Station against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), and DNA Agency for poor event management. The 25-year-old held the three agencies responsible for the deaths of 11 people and injuries to over 40 others.
Before Gomes, another FIR had been filed against the same three agencies, which led to the arrest of four officials from DNA Entertainment Private Limited due to their involvement in organising the event. A joint operation was conducted by Bengaluru Police and the Crime Branch in this regard. The hearing for the case has been adjourned to June 16.
Meanwhile, the Karnataka High Court has ordered the Bengaluru Police not to take any action against the members of the KSCA. Raghuram Bhat, the President of the Board, A Shankar, the Secretary, and ES Jayaram, the Treasurer, requested the High Court to consider refraining from any action against them.
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Justice S R Krishna Kumar, who heard the plea from KSCA officials, granted them interim relief. Actions have already been taken against police personnel, including B Dayananda, the City Police Commissioner, who was held responsible for the lack of safety. Seemant Kumar Singh has been appointed as the new City Police Commissioner.
K Govindaraj, an MLC who served as the Political Secretary to Karnataka Chief Minister S Siddaramaiah, was also removed from his post with immediate effect. The Bengaluru stampede incident has visibly shaken the administrative landscape of the city and those responsible for handling the event.
As RCB won their maiden title by defeating Punjab Kings in the final, celebrations erupted across the globe. RCB’s official handle took to social media to confirm the victory celebrations. However, due to rain, a cement structure collapsed outside the stadium, triggering panic among fans and eventually leading to the tragic stampede.
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