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Hindustan Times
18 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Karnataka government revokes suspension of 4 officers in stampede case
The Karnataka government on Monday revoked the suspension of four police officers, including three senior IPS officers, who were suspended after the June 4 stampede at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru claimed 11 lives and left several injured. A day after the stampede that killed 11 people, chief minister Siddaramaiah on June 5 had ordered the suspension of five officers PTI (PTI) In an order dated July 28, the Siddaramaiah-led government reinstated four top officers, including two IPS officers and two Karnataka State Police Service officers to duty, pending disciplinary proceedings against all four. However, the suspension of inspector general of police Vikash Kumar Vikash, stands as proceedings related to his case are currently underway in the Karnataka high court. As per the order, the suspension orders against additional director general of police (ADGP) B Dayananda and superintendent of police (SP) Shekar H Tekannavar were reconsidered and revoked. In addition, the suspensions of deputy superintendent of police (DSP) C Balakrishna and police inspector A K Girish were also lifted. In the official order, the department of personnel and administrative reforms wrote: 'In view of the facts and circumstances explained in the preamble, the Government of Karnataka, in exercise of the powers conferred under Rule 3(7)(c) of All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules 1969, hereby revokes the order of suspension of Sri. B Dayananda, IPS (KN: 1994) and Sri. Shekar H Tekannavar, IPS (KN: 2014) and reinstates into service with immediate effect.' The government stated that both the judicial commission headed by retired high court judge justice John Michael D'Cunh and the magisterial committee led by Bengaluru urban deputy commissioner Jagadish G completed their inquiries into the stampede and submitted their reports on July 10 and July 11, respectively. 'Since both the judicial commission and magisterial committee have completed their inquiry and submitted their reports, and the officers have also submitted representations requesting to revoke their suspension, the government has reconsidered the matter,' the order stated. The government clarified that the officers would continue to face disciplinary proceedings under Rule 8 of the All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1969. Similarly, the suspension orders for C Balakrishna and A K Girish have also been withdrawn under Rule 5(5) of the Karnataka State Police (Disciplinary Proceedings) Rules, 1965. The government order added that the reinstatements were effective immediately and the departmental inquiries would continue as per the provisions of the respective rules. The officers were earlier placed under suspension following the stampede, which led to a judicial inquiry and a magisterial probe. While details of the inquiry findings have not been made public, the government's action indicates that preliminary culpability may not have been established against the suspended officers. Prepared by retired high court judge John Michael D'Cunha, the report named the RCB team management, event firm DNA Entertainment Networks, the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), and senior police officials as responsible for the lapses that led to the stampede. 'There was a complete collapse of planning and coordination. Every agency involved — from the organisers to the police — ignored red flags,' said a senior official familiar with the contents of the report. The report also pointed out critical failures by the police. 'While around 79 personnel were posted inside the stadium, no force was deployed to manage the crowd outside. The Joint Commissioner of Police arrived at the scene only after 4 pm, and the city police commissioner was reportedly informed over two hours after the stampede occurred. 'The failure to act on early signs of overcrowding cost lives,' said a senior official familiar with the contents of the report.. 'There were opportunities to intervene, but no one responded until it was too late.' A day after the stampede, chief minister Siddaramaiah had ordered the suspension of five officers. '...it is found that there has been on the face of it substantial dereliction of duty by these officers,' their suspension order had said.
NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Bengaluru Police Chief, Suspended Over Stampede That Killed 11, Reinstated
Bengaluru: The suspension of Bengaluru police commissioner B Dayananda has been revoked by the Karnataka government today. He is among the four officers who have been reinstated, more than a month after they were suspended over the June 4 stampede that killed 11 people. The other officers whose suspensions have been revoked are Deputy Commissioner of Police Shekar H Tekkannavar (IPS), Assistant Commissioner of Police C Balakrishna and Inspector K Girish. The state government had ordered a magisterial enquiry and constituted a one-man judicial commission, chaired by John Michael Cunha, retired Justice of the Karnataka High Court, into the stampede incident. "Since, both the Judicial Commission and the Magisterial Committee have completed their enquiry into the stampede incident and submitted their reports to the government. The officers also submitted representations requesting to revoke their suspension," a government order said. The officers have been reinstated into service with immediate effect, "pending the initiation of disciplinary proceedings", it said. The ruling Congress government in Karnataka drew the ire of the opposition BJP for scapegoating the police chief and other officers. Earlier this month, the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) revoked the Karnataka government's suspension order against senior IPS officer Vikash Kumar Vikash. The tribunal observed that the police are neither "God" nor "Magician" to manage massive crowds at short notice. The RCB had posted on its social media handles about the parade and the fan engagement on the morning of June 4, and the Tribunal noted that the police department did not have sufficient time in its hands to manage such a large gathering at such short notice. "Because of a shortage of time on 04.06.2026, the police were unable to make the appropriate arrangements. Sufficient time was not given to the police. Suddenly, the RCB created the aforesaid type of nuisance without any prior permission," the CAT noted. However, Vikash Kumar Vikash has not been reinstated yet, apparently because the matter is still in court. The government had suspended the three IPS officers under the All India Services (Discipline & Appeal) Rules, 1969; while action against the ACP and PI was pursued under the Karnataka State Police (Disciplinary Proceedings) Rules, 1965. Eleven people lost their lives after nearly 2.5 lakh fans thronged the MG Road and Cubbon Road areas near the stadium after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) announced a victory parade and a fan engagement programme to celebrate the team's maiden IPL triumph. Earlier, the Karnataka government justified the suspension of IPS officer Vikash Kumar Vikash before the High Court, arguing that the officer and his colleagues acted as though they were "servants of RCB" during preparations for the IPL victory celebration, leading to public embarrassment and a stampede. Senior Counsel PS Rajagopal, appearing for the state, told the court that even before the final IPL match was played, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) had submitted a proposal to police officials regarding their victory celebrations. Instead of seeking authorisation for such a large public gathering, the officers began making security arrangements without consulting their superiors or confirming the necessary permissions, he said. Arguing that making arrangements for a massive crowd in under 12 hours was impractical, Mr Rajagopal questioned what proactive steps the suspended officer had taken during that time.
News18
a day ago
- Politics
- News18
Stampede: Karnataka govt revokes suspension of four police officers
Bengaluru, Jul 28 (PTI) Karnataka government on Monday revoked the suspension of four police officers, including the then Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayananda, who were suspended in connection with the June 4 stampede outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium here, which left 11 people dead. However, the suspension of Vikash Kumar Vikash – Inspector General of Police, stands as proceedings related to his case are currently underway in the Karnataka High Court, official sources said. According to the government order, the suspension has been revoked as both the Judicial Commission and Magisterial committee have completed their inquiry into the stampede incident and submitted their reports to the government, and the officers have also submitted representations requesting to revoke their suspension. The officials whose suspensions have been revoked are IPS officers: B Dayananda – Additional Director General of Police and Shekar H Tekkannavar – Superintendent of Police. Also, two Karnataka State Police Service officers: C Balakrishna – Deputy SP and A K Girish – Police Inspector. On July 1, the central administrative tribunal (CAT) Bengaluru bench quashed the suspension of Vikash, challenging which, the state government had moved the High Court. 'In view of the facts and circumstances explained in the preamble, the Government of Karnataka, in exercise of the powers conferred under Rule3(7)(c) of All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules 1969, hereby revokes the order of suspension of B Dayananda, IPS (KN: 1994) and Shekar H Tekkannavar, IPS (KN: 2014) and reinstates into service with immediate effect, pending the initiation of Disciplinary proceedings under Rule 8 of All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules 1969," an official order said. It said, 'Further, Government of Karnataka in exercise of the powers conferred under rule 5(5) of Karnataka State Police (Disciplinary Proceedings) rule 1965, hereby revokes the order of suspension of C Balakrishna, and Ð� K Girish, Police Inspector and reinstates into service with immediate effect, pending the initiation of Disciplinary proceedings as per Rules." The stampede occurred on June 4 evening outside the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru, where a large number of people thronged to participate in the RCB team's IPL victory celebrations. Eleven people died and 56 were injured in the incident. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on June 5 had ordered the suspension of five officers. '…it is found that there has been on the face of it substantial dereliction of duty by these officers," their suspension order had said. The order revoking the suspension issued on Monday says the government had ordered a magisterial inquiry by Jagadish G, IAS, Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate, Bengaluru Urban District into the stampede incident. Further, the government had also constituted an one man Judicial Commission under chairmanship of Retired Justice of High Court of Karnataka John Michael Cunha to inquire into the same incident. Since, both the Judicial Commission and Magisterial committee have completed their enquiry into the stampede incident and submitted their reports to the government on July 10 and July 11 respectively and further the officers also have submitted representations requesting to revoke their suspension, the order of suspension of the officers have been reconsidered by the government, it said. PTI KSU KH view comments First Published: July 28, 2025, 19:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
5 days ago
- General
- News18
Govt Employees Eligible For 30 Days Earned Leave For Elderly Parent Care: Centre To Rajya Sabha
In addition to earned leave, Singh said that employees are also entitled to 20 days of half-pay leave, eight days of casual leave, and two restricted holidays per year. His written response came in reply to a query on whether government employees have any provisions to take leave specifically for the care of aged parents. 'The Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972 provide for 30 days of earned leave, 20 days of half-pay leave, eight days of casual leave, and two restricted holidays per annum, apart from other eligible leave to a Central government employee, which can be availed for any personal reasons, including that of taking care of elderly parents," Singh said. Understanding the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972 The Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972, which came into effect on June 1, 1972, regulate leave for most government employees—excluding railway staff and members of the All India Services, who follow separate rules. Different Types of Leave Offered Under the service rules, there are different kinds of leaves, such as earned leave, half-day leave, commuted leave, leave not due, extraordinary leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, child care leave, study leave, special disability leave, seamen's sick leave, hospital leave, and departmental leave. Leave is credited in advance to a government servant's 'Leave Account" on January 1 and July 1 each year. It is then debited when leave is availed. Some special kinds of leave are not debited from the account.
The Hindu
21-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Quarters for MLAs, officials in Amaravati to be ready by December: Narayana
Quarters for MLAs, MLCs and All India Services (AIS) officers in Amaravati capital city are expected to be completed by December, while the remaining buildings are targeted for completion by March 2026, Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development, P. Narayana, said on Monday. He stated that the construction of 4,000 flats—originally initiated during the previous TDP government—for MLAs, MLCs, AIS officers, secretaries, ministers, and judges in Amaravati is progressing swiftly, with tenders already finalised. Mr. Narayana, accompanied by engineers of the A.P. Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) and other senior officials, inspected the ongoing infrastructure development works and directed officials to adhere to the set timelines. He also reviewed the progress of housing and other official buildings meant for legislators and senior government officers. According to the Minister, 90% of the required manpower has been deployed, and machinery is expected to be fully mobilised by the end of July. Internal works are being prioritised during the monsoon to avoid weather-related delays. Mr. Narayana stressed that, unlike the previous YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government—which he said created hardships for farmers and contractors—the current administration is proceeding with legal clarity in the tendering process. Reaffirming the goal of completing Amaravati's core infrastructure within three years, he said 72 companies have been allotted land in the capital region. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has personally interacted with these companies, and most have committed to starting work by December, he added. The Minister also mentioned that discussions on the second phase of the Land Pooling Scheme (LPS 2.0) would be taken up by a Cabinet Sub-Committee. Meanwhile, representatives from Norman Fosters are scheduled to meet contractors soon to review the progress of Amaravati's iconic building projects.
