‘His absence is haunting, even his dogs are grieving’: Engineering student dies in Bengaluru stampede; neighbourhood mourns passing of a cricket lover

A stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium resulted in the death of Bhumik Lakshman. The 21-year-old engineering student was known for his gentle nature. Bhumik’s father named his business after his son. They shared a love for cricket. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over Havanoor Layout. Residents remember Bhumik as a friendly and respectful young man