Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has formed a committee of experts to conduct a thorough study on the recent rise in cases of sudden heart attacks in Hassan. The committee will submit a report within 10 days, and will also examine whether the Covid vaccines could have any adverse effects on the heart.
CM Siddaramaiah posted on X, “In the past month alone, in just one district of Hassan, more than twenty people have died due to heart attacks. The government is taking this matter very seriously. To identify the exact cause of these series of deaths and to find solutions, a committee of experts has been formed under the leadership of Dr. Ravindranath, Director of Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, and they have been instructed to submit a study report within 10 days….Orders were given to this same committee back in February to conduct a thorough study on the reasons behind sudden deaths among young people in the state, and whether the COVID vaccines could have any adverse effects. In this regard, the process of examining and analysing heart patients is also underway.”
In the past month alone, in just one district of Hassan, more than twenty people have died due to heart attacks. The government is taking this matter very seriously. To identify the exact cause of these series of deaths and to find solutions, a committee of experts has been…
— Siddaramaiah (@siddaramaiah) July 1, 2025
“We too value the lives of children, youth, and innocent people who have their entire lives ahead of them, and we share the concerns of their families. I condemn the actions of BJP leaders who are using such matters for their political gains. It cannot be denied that the hasty approval and distribution of the Covid vaccine to the public could also be a reason for these deaths, as several studies worldwide have recently indicated that COVID vaccines could be a cause for the increasing number of heart attacks. Before BJP criticize us on this matter, they should ask their conscience,” Siddaramaiah stated in his tweet.
On the other hand, the Karnataka government released SOPs for crowd control events and mass gatherings.
The SoPs mentioned that police responses must prioritise life safety, protection of rights, prevention of property damage, and de-escalation of potential conflicts. Modern gatherings are often spontaneous and influenced by social media, necessitating adaptive strategies. Early planning, coordination with stakeholders, and minimal use of force are essential guiding principles, as stated in the SoPs outlined by the state government.
Karnataka government releases SOPs for crowd control events and mass gatherings.
— ANI (@ANI) July 1, 2025
The SoPs mention that Police responses must prioritise life safety, protection of rights, prevention of property damage, and de-escalation of potential conflicts. Modern gatherings are often… pic.twitter.com/huDIRBent7
