Exclusive: Raj Bhavan Claims Karnataka CM Overruled RCB Felicitation Plans

Bengaluru: Fresh revelations in the RCB felicitation stampede controversy show a stark disconnect between Karnataka’s political leadership and Raj Bhavan, with sources revealing:

Key Developments

◼ Original Plan: Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot intended to host RCB players at Raj Bhavan
◼ Last-Minute Change: CM Siddaramaiah’s administration redirected event to Vidhana Soudha
◼ Contradictory Claims: CM earlier called it “KSCA’s private event” despite govt involvement

What Raj Bhavan Sources Reveal

✔ Governor’s office had prepared for Raj Bhavan ceremony
✔ Received formal CM invitation for Vidhana Soudha event instead
✔ Contradicts CM’s Sunday statement distancing government from planning

Political Fallout

🔴 Opposition Charges: BJP/JDS accuse govt of negligence
🔴 CM’s Defense: “Police & KSCA managed logistics”
🔴 Judicial Probe Ordered: After 12+ injuries during celebrations

Statement Analysis:
“DPR gave permission…I never directed Vidhana Soudha venue”
– CM Siddaramaiah (Aug 27)
vs
“CM’s office officially proposed Vidhana Soudha”
– Raj Bhavan sources

Timeline Questions

⏰ Police reportedly suggested Sunday event for crowd control
⏰ Govt opted for Monday post-victory celebration
⏰ Stampede occurred during weekday lunch hour

Expert Take: “This exposes coordination gaps between constitutional authorities during high-profile events,” notes political analyst Sandeep Shastri.


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Why This Matters:
The incident has become a litmus test for Karnataka’s crisis management amid growing scrutiny of VIP event protocols.

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