A CCTV surveillance system comprising 240 cameras was destroyed at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on April 24, the day of an IPL match. The police have booked two individuals in connection with the incident.
Details of the incident
The two accused were working under a sub-vendor of IVS Digital Solutions, a company that provides digital services during match days. The destruction of the cameras occurred during the IPL match held at the stadium on April 24. The exact cause of the damage is under investigation, but preliminary reports suggest it may have been accidental or due to negligence.
Police action
The Bengaluru police have registered a case against the two individuals. They have been charged with causing damage to public property. Further investigation is ongoing to determine the full extent of the loss and to ascertain if any foul play was involved.
The incident has raised concerns about security and infrastructure management at major sporting venues. The stadium authorities have been asked to review their security protocols to prevent such incidents in the future.
