Bengaluru stampede: ‘CMO instructed to proceed despite risks,’ cops say seniors made scapegoats

The suspension of Bengaluru’s police commissioner and other officers over IPL victory celebrations has sparked outrage within the police force. Many officers feel betrayed, alleging the government orchestrated the event despite risks. They claim the commissioner initially opposed the Vidhana Soudha venue, but was overruled by the Chief Minister’s office, leading to them being scapegoated for following orders.