Belagavi, Dec. 10 -- As Karnataka prepares for a crucial Cabinet discussion on the future of cricket at Bengaluru's historic M Chinnaswamy Stadium, the debate is rapidly intensifying over a contentious question: Should the government permit matches before a full, independently verified safety overhaul is completed?The issue has taken centre stage ever since the June 4 stampede that claimed 11 lives and left hundreds injured during celebrations of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's maiden IPL victory.
Nearly six months later, the stadium gates remain shut, its once-familiar buzz replaced by lingering questions about accountability, preparedness and public safety.
On Wednesday, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar reiterated that the government h...