Puttur: Over 11 people, including women and children, fell ill during the “Ashoka Janmaman-2025” event held at the Kombettu Taluk Stadium in Puttur, organized under the leadership of MLA Ashok Rai. The event was inaugurated by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

The stadium, which was overcrowded beyond its capacity, witnessed a stampede-like situation as participants struggled for space. Several attendees reportedly suffered from oxygen deprivation, leading to their falling ill. Police protocols for the CM’s visit did not allow the distribution of water bottles, leaving many attendees, including small children, struggling under the scorching sun.

The affected individuals were immediately taken to Puttur Taluk Government Hospital for treatment. The stadium, filled with sand and chaotic movemen

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