BJP Leader R Ashoka Criticizes Congress Government Amidst Celebration Controversy
BJP leader R Ashoka criticized the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government for celebrating an IPL win instead of addressing a recent stampede that resulted in casualties. He accused them of insensitivity and demanded resignations, while Home Minister G Parameshwara reported 11 dead and 56 injured.
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BJP leader R Ashoka launched an attack on the Congress government led by Siddaramaiah, accusing them of celebrating an IPL win while ignoring a recent tragic stampede that claimed lives.
He criticized state leaders for focusing on cricket festivities, including ceremonies at Vidhana Soudha involving figures like Virat Kohli and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, instead of supporting affected families.
Ashoka demanded resignations from Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar, broadcasting his claims on social media. Home Minister G Parameshwara confirmed 11 fatalities and 56 injuries from the incident, with most injured recovering or having been discharged.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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