Madras High Court Urges Tamil Nadu Government to Simplify Regulations for Political Rallies Following Karur Tragedy

Nov 28, 2025 01:35 am CST

Following the tragic Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives, the Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to develop simpler, widely acceptable guidelines for political gatherings and religious events. The court criticized the current draft regulations as overly complicated, emphasizing the need for clear permission processes and transparent venue information to prevent future incidents.