Karur stampede tragedy
TVK Seeks Rally Permission in Salem Following Deadly Karur Stampede Incident
Nov 20, 2025 07:01 pm CST
Following the tragic Karur stampede that killed 41 people, actor Vijay's political party TVK has requested permission for a new public rally in Salem district on December 4, as Tamil Nadu authorities prepare new safety regulations for political gatherings. The CBI is currently investigating the September incident which has sparked controversy between TVK and the ruling DMK government.
Supreme Court Panel to Visit Karur Stampede Site: CBI Investigation Underway as Political Tensions Rise
Oct 30, 2025 05:03 pm CST
The Supreme Court-appointed panel investigating the Karur stampede tragedy that killed 41 people is preparing to visit the incident site. Led by Justice Ajay Rastogi, the panel has requested Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK to appoint a nodal officer to coordinate between investigators and state officials. The CBI has begun its probe amid escalating political tensions between Vijay's TVK party and the ruling DMK, with each side blaming the other for the deadly incident that occurred at a political rally last month.
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.
Tragic Aftermath: 39 Dead in Stampede at Actor Vijay's Political Rally in Karur
Sep 28, 2025 01:32 pm CST
A devastating stampede at Tamil actor Vijay's political rally in Karur has left 39 dead, including children and women. The morning after revealed scattered belongings and debris across the venue as survivors share accounts of the chaotic crush. Chief Minister MK Stalin rushed to the scene while Vijay expressed profound grief over the tragedy that has shocked Tamil Nadu.