The Karnataka High Court closed the suo motu PIL over the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede that killed 11 people, noting the State’s new Crowd Control Bill and SOP. The Court said the matter can be reopened if concerns remain after the law is enacted.
Karnataka has introduced the Crowd Control Bill to regulate large gatherings following a deadly stampede during an IPL celebration. The Bill mandates police permissions, imposes penalties, and holds event organisers accountable for safety. It aims to prevent crowd mismanagement, ensuring accountability and compensation for victims, while excluding religious gatherings from its scope.