New Delhi: A major political storm broke out following the stampede outside Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday, which claimed the lives of at least 11 people while leaving scores injured.

Launching a scathing attack, the BJP accused the ruling Congress of “criminal negligence”. The BJP slammed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and deputy CM DK Shivakumar for downplaying public safety while “shooting reels & hogging limelight with cricketers”.

Taking to X, the Karnataka BJP said: “Many are battling for life after a stampede due to the irresponsibility of Congress govt. No crowd control measures. No basic arrangements. Just chaos. While innocent people died, @siddaramaiah & @DKShivakumar were busy shooting reels & hogging limelight with cricketers. Shame on this photo-op Congress government. This is criminal........

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