CM Siddaramaiah Assures Support for Blast Victims and Inspects Site

CM Siddaramaiah Assures Support for Blast Victims and Inspects Site

VoM News Desk | March 2, 2024 | 03:17 PM IST | India, Karnataka, Politics | Follow on Google News

CM Siddaramaiah Assures Support for Blast Victims and Inspects Site

CM Siddaramaiah Assures Support for Blast Victims and Inspects Site

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah visited the victims of the Rameshwaram Cafe blast in Bengaluru on Saturday, promising government coverage for their medical expenses. Ten injured individuals, three at Brookfield Hospital and six at Vydehi Hospital, are receiving treatment. Siddaramaiah expressed optimism about their recovery, stating, “The patients are responding very well to the treatment.”

Government Commitment to Cover Medical Expenses

Siddaramaiah reassured the public, affirming the government’s commitment to bear the treatment charges for all blast victims. As he visited the injured in different hospitals, he provided updates on their progress and recovery.

CM’s Inspection of Blast Site and Hospital Updates

The chief minister also inspected the blast site at the popular eatery in Whitefield area and discussed the incident with reporters. Dr. Pradeep Kumar, the Medical Director of Brookfield Hospital, reported positive developments in the patients’ conditions. Despite challenges, he highlighted the overall improvement and psychological support provided to boost confidence.

Strong Criticism from Former CM Basavraj Bommai

Meanwhile, former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavraj Bommai criticized the Congress, alleging that anti-national elements receive support from ruling party leaders. He expressed concerns about law and order, citing a decline in police morale and corruption in police transfers. Bommai called for the case to be handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and urged the government to take decisive action.

Bommai emphasized the need to address the situation promptly, connecting the incident to terrorist elements and calling for a thorough investigation by the NIA. He criticized what he perceived as appeasement politics, urging the government to act decisively or step down.

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