Stampede-Like Situation At Siddaramaiah’s Event In Karnataka's Puttur; 13 People Fall Ill

Last Updated:October 21, 2025, 14:26 IST

As per the instructions, the people were asked to gather at 9:30 am on Monday; however, it was reported that the food was not served till 3 pm.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurating an event in Puttur. (Image: X/Siddaramaiah)

A major crowd chaos erupted at Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s public event, where at least 13 people, including women and children, fell ill due to suffocation, dehydration, hypoglycemia, and mismanagement.

The incident took place during the Ashoka Jana Mana event at Kombettu Ground at Puttur on Monday.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah attended the event, organised by Puttur MLA Ashok Rai, to distribute plates and clothes to the public for Deepavali.

As per the instructions, the people were asked to gather at 9:30 am on Monday; however, it was reported that the food was not served till 3 pm.

The programme reportedly started late and concluded by 4 pm.

As the crowd exceeded the capacity of the stadium, several people, especially women and children, felt suffocated and fell ill soon after the Chief Minister left the venue.

The sources reported that the incident occurred because of the delay in serving lunch and distributing gifts. Women fell ill because of dehydration. Three women were given intravenous fluids, while others were discharged. All are out of danger.

Those who attended the event said there was no proper drinking water facility.

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