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Tamil Nadu Government Blames TVK's Reckless Actions and Vijay's Intentional Delay for Deadly Karur Stampede
Dec 03, 2025 02:52 am CST
The Tamil Nadu government has submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court stating that the Karur stampede that killed 41 people resulted from reckless actions by TVK party organizers and a deliberate seven-hour delay by leader C Joseph Vijay, which encouraged excessive crowd gathering. Despite proper police deployment, misleading announcements about Vijay's arrival time led to premature assembly of thousands of supporters who waited in harsh conditions, culminating in tragedy when the politician finally arrived.
Nine Dead in Srikakulam Temple Stampede: Chief Minister Naidu Blames Temple Authorities for Tragedy
Nov 01, 2025 07:22 pm CST
Nine devotees died in a stampede at Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh during Ekadashi celebrations. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu blamed temple authorities for failing to notify police about the expected crowd. The privately-owned temple, known as 'Mini Tirupati,' had ongoing construction with only one entry-exit point. Naidu promised a thorough investigation while opposition leader Jagan Mohan Reddy criticized the government's negligence.
Tamil Nadu Stampede: Kiran Bedi Calls Deadly Incident at Vijay's Rally "Totally Avoidable"
Oct 01, 2025 05:40 pm CST
Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi attributes the deadly stampede at actor-politician Vijay's TVK rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur to administrative and organizational failures. The tragedy killed 41 people and injured over 60 when approximately 27,000 people attended an event planned for 10,000. Bedi highlights inadequate planning, poor communication, and lack of proper risk assessment as key factors in the preventable disaster.
Tamil Nadu Government Presents Detailed Defense Against TVK Allegations in Deadly Karur Stampede Investigation
Oct 01, 2025 02:31 am CST
The Tamil Nadu government has issued a comprehensive response to allegations from the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) regarding the tragic Karur rally stampede that claimed 41 lives. Senior officials presented evidence-backed explanations about security arrangements, crowd management, and emergency response protocols, contradicting claims of administrative negligence while addressing concerns about power outages, police conduct, and medical assistance during the incident.
DMK's Kanimozhi Urges Restraint After Deadly Stampede at Actor Vijay's Political Rally Claims 41 Lives
Sep 30, 2025 05:46 pm CST
DMK leader Kanimozhi calls for patience following the tragic Karur stampede that killed 41 people at actor Vijay's political rally. As tensions rise between Tamil Nadu's ruling party and Vijay's TVK ahead of the 2025 elections, Kanimozhi defends the government inquiry while criticizing Vijay's handling of the event, highlighting the emerging three-way political battle in Tamil Nadu.
BJP Forms 8-Member Committee Led By Hema Malini To Investigate Fatal Karur Stampede That Killed 41
Sep 30, 2025 02:34 am CST
Following the tragic stampede at Vijay's TVK rally that claimed 41 lives, BJP President J.P. Nadda has formed an eight-member fact-finding committee headed by MP Hema Malini. The committee will investigate the September 27 incident in Tamil Nadu's Karur, where over 60 people were also injured. This investigation runs parallel to the state's judicial probe and Vijay's petition for an independent inquiry, turning the tragedy into a politically significant issue ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.
41 Dead in Tamil Nadu Stampede: TVK Official Arrested Following Vijay Rally Tragedy
Sep 30, 2025 02:26 am CST
A deadly stampede at actor-politician Vijay's political rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur has resulted in 41 deaths and led to the arrest of TVK official Mathiyazhagan. Police have filed cases against multiple party leaders, including naming Vijay himself for allegedly contributing to the tragedy through delayed appearance and unauthorized activities. Questions about crowd management and police preparedness persist as victims' families receive compensation.
Tamil Nadu Stampede Tragedy: Finance Minister Sitharaman Visits Victims, Announces Relief Measures
Sep 30, 2025 02:02 am CST
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman visited Karur following the deadly stampede at actor-politician Vijay's TVK rally that claimed 41 lives. She announced Rs 2 lakh compensation for bereaved families from the Prime Minister's Relief Fund and emphasized the need for stronger safety protocols at public gatherings. The tragedy has prompted the Tamil Nadu government to develop new regulations for political events pending an official inquiry.
Tragedy at Actor Vijay's Rally: 41 Dead in Tamil Nadu Stampede as Survivor Recounts Loss of Friend
Sep 29, 2025 08:10 pm CST
A survivor of the deadly stampede at TVK chief Vijay's political rally in Karur recounts losing his childhood friend among the 41 fatalities. The incident occurred when approximately 30,000 people gathered in an inadequate venue, with witnesses citing Vijay's delayed arrival and venue size as contributing factors to the tragedy.
Tragic Stampede at Actor Vijay's Tamil Nadu Rally Claims 40 Lives Including Mother Brought by Son to See His Hero
Sep 28, 2025 07:18 pm CST
A devastating stampede at actor-turned-politician Vijay's rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur district resulted in 40 fatalities, including 55-year-old Jaya who was brought by her son Murugan to see his idol. Authorities cite poor crowd management, insufficient resources, and a 7-hour delay as contributing factors to the tragedy that occurred when 27,000 people gathered instead of the expected 10,000. Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered a judicial investigation.