Nikhil Sosale, RCB’s marketing head, was arrested on June 6 by the CCB, allegedly at the orders of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, in connection with a stampede that killed 11 near M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Sosale’s lawyer challenged the arrest, claiming it lacked proper justification and raised concerns about due process and political motives.
Today (3rd April) The National Green Tribunal acknowledged the water supply issue at M Chinnaswamy Stadium during IPL matches in Bengaluru, amidst a severe city-wide water crisis. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board permitted treated water supply, prompting NGT to register a case and issue notices to relevant authorities. The next hearing is scheduled for May 2.
