Chinnaswamy cleared for IPL 2026 by Karnataka cabinet, pending safety upgrades.

• Chinnaswamy Stadium cleared by Karnataka cabinet to host IPL 2026 matches.
• Approval is conditional on implementing safety upgrades recommended by the Justice D’Cunha Commission.
• The D’Cunha Commission was formed after a June 4 stampede during RCB's IPL 2025 victory celebrations.
• Stadium was previously deemed risky due to poor crowd control, weak emergency response, and traffic issues.
• Deputy CM DK Shivakumar confirmed the decision, emphasizing the state's commitment to keeping IPL matches in Bengaluru.

Why It Matters: It ensures future IPL matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium with improved safety.