Supreme Court Questions Madras High Court Procedures in Karur Stampede Case

Dec 12, 2025 06:02 pm CST

The Supreme Court has demanded explanation from the Madras High Court regarding its case handling procedures after noting conflicting orders in the Karur stampede case that left 41 dead. Justice Maheshwari observed "something wrong is happening" as the court examines inconsistencies between Chennai and Madurai benches' rulings on investigation methods for the September 27 tragedy at a TVK political rally.