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Supreme Court Orders CBI Investigation Into Fatal Karur Stampede at Tamil Actor Vijay's Political Rally
Oct 13, 2025 05:51 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation into the tragic stampede at TVK chief Vijay's political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, which claimed 41 lives and injured over 60 people. A three-member committee led by retired Justice Ajay Rastogi will monitor the probe into the incident where 30,000 people gathered at a venue meant for only 10,000, with serious security and management lapses contributing to the disaster.
Vijay's TVK Party Arranges Meeting with Karur Stampede Victims' Families Amid Ongoing Investigation
Oct 09, 2025 03:23 pm CST
South Indian actor Vijay's TVK party has identified venues in Karur to meet with families affected by the tragic stampede that claimed 41 lives at his political rally. As investigations continue with two party officials arrested, TVK has approached the Supreme Court seeking an independent inquiry while promising financial assistance to victims' families.
Madras High Court Orders SIT Probe into Vijay's TVK Party Rally Stampede That Killed 41
Oct 04, 2025 03:05 pm CST
The Madras High Court has ordered an SIT investigation into the Karur stampede at actor Vijay's TVK party rally that claimed 41 lives. The court criticized Vijay and party leaders for fleeing the scene without remorse, ordered seizure of campaign bus footage, and rejected bail pleas for two TVK leaders charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
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.
38 Dead in Tragic Stampede at Actor Vijay's Political Rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur
Sep 28, 2025 09:57 am CST
Actor and TVK President Vijay expresses devastation after 38 people, including 10 children and 17 women, were killed in a stampede at his political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu. Chief Minister MK Stalin announces compensation and investigation as accusations of organizational negligence emerge.