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Madras High Court to Hear Petition to Include Actor Vijay as Accused in Fatal Karur Stampede Case
Oct 17, 2025 02:09 pm CST
The Madras High Court will hear a petition seeking to add actor Vijay as an accused in the Karur stampede case that killed 41 people. The petition alleges negligence by Vijay and his party TVK, calls for stringent charges, and requests the Election Commission to consider derecognizing the party ahead of upcoming elections. A CBI investigation monitored by a retired judge is underway.
MK Stalin Blames Actor Vijay's 7-Hour Delay for Karur Stampede That Killed 41
Oct 15, 2025 03:23 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has held actor Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party responsible for the deadly Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives. Stalin cited Vijay's seven-hour delay, inadequate facilities, and poor planning as key factors in the tragedy, while the Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation into the incident that has sparked political controversy ahead of next year's elections.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Promises Action After Deadly Stampede at TVK Rally as Political Tensions Rise
Sep 30, 2025 02:44 am CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has promised decisive action following a tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay's TVK rally that claimed 41 lives. As a judicial commission begins investigation, Vijay's party has demanded a CBI probe, alleging DMK conspiracy. The government has provided compensation to victims' families and plans to implement new safety regulations for political gatherings.
39 Dead and 2 Critical in Tragic TVK Rally Stampede in Karur: Investigation Underway
Sep 28, 2025 02:09 pm CST
A devastating stampede at Chief Vijay's TVK rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu claimed 39 lives and left 52 injured, with two victims remaining in critical condition on ventilator support. Officials confirmed postmortems would be completed by Sunday noon as authorities investigate the tragic incident that occurred during the massive public gathering on Saturday.
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.