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Vijay Suspends TVK Tour After 41 Deaths in Karur Stampede: Political Fallout and Legal Consequences
Oct 01, 2025 06:21 pm CST
Actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party has suspended all public rallies for two weeks following a tragic stampede in Karur that claimed 41 lives. Amid mounting criticism over security lapses and overcrowding, TVK leaders face serious criminal charges while Vijay has promised compensation to victims' families and delivered a warning message to Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK government.
TVK Leader N Anand Charged with Culpable Homicide After Fatal Stampede at Vijay's Rally in Tamil Nadu
Sep 28, 2025 05:55 pm CST
Actor-politician Vijay's close aide N Anand and other TVK party leaders have been charged with culpable homicide following a stampede at a political rally in Karur that killed 40 people and injured nearly 100. The DMK government alleges safety guidelines were violated, including delayed arrival by Vijay and inadequate arrangements for the massive crowd.
Actor Vijay Announces Rs 20 Lakh Compensation for Families of Karur Stampede Victims
Sep 28, 2025 02:37 pm CST
Actor-politician Vijay has announced Rs 20 lakh compensation for each family of the 39 people killed in a stampede at his Karur rally, along with Rs 2 lakh for the injured. The tragedy occurred when nearly 27,000 people gathered at an event planned for 10,000, with inadequate security and facilities, prompting investigations and additional compensation from the Tamil Nadu government and Prime Minister's office.
Chennai Gears Up For Monsoon With Motors And Vehicles On Standby
Sep 16, 2025 09:25 am CST
The Greater Chennai Corporation has announced that it is fully prepared to tackle the upcoming northeast monsoon, with an extensive lineup of motorised vehicles and equipment kept ready to address waterlogging and related emergencies across the city.