Karur stampede

  • Tamil Actor Vijay Confronts CM Stalin as Political Tensions Rise Amid AIADMK Alliance Rumors

    Tamil Actor Vijay Confronts CM Stalin as Political Tensions Rise Amid AIADMK Alliance Rumors

    Nov 05, 2025 09:13 pm CST

    Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay has launched a fierce critique of Chief Minister MK Stalin, accusing him of engaging in hateful politics following the tragic Karur stampede that killed 41 people. As Vijay's TVK party positions itself against the ruling DMK, speculation grows about a potential alliance with the AIADMK ahead of upcoming Tamil Nadu elections. This political confrontation highlights the shifting dynamics in Tamil Nadu's political landscape where film stars continue to wield significant influence.

  • TVK Authorizes Vijay to Decide Political Alliances for 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections at First Meeting Since Karur Tragedy

    TVK Authorizes Vijay to Decide Political Alliances for 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections at First Meeting Since Karur Tragedy

    Nov 05, 2025 04:06 pm CST

    Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) held its first General Council meeting since the Karur stampede, authorizing actor Vijay to determine political alliances for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections while criticizing both DMK and BJP on multiple governance issues. The meeting addressed women's safety, voter list revisions, and infrastructure failures while speculation continues about potential alliance strategies.

  • Actor Vijay Meets Stampede Victims

    Actor Vijay Meets Stampede Victims' Families, Offers Support and Apology for Karur Tragedy

    Oct 29, 2025 10:14 am CST

    Actor and TVK Chief Vijay broke down while meeting families of the 41 victims who died in a stampede at his Karur political rally. He apologized for the tragedy, promised ongoing support, and had already provided Rs 20 lakh to each bereaved family. The incident is under CBI investigation as Vijay's political activities remain suspended following the tragedy.

  • Madras High Court Orders Tamil Nadu Government to Issue Political Rally SOPs Following Deadly Stampede

    Madras High Court Orders Tamil Nadu Government to Issue Political Rally SOPs Following Deadly Stampede

    Oct 27, 2025 04:54 pm CST

    The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to publish comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures for political rallies within 10 days, following the tragic Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives at a TVK event. The court's intervention comes amid allegations of selective restrictions and delayed permissions for political gatherings across the state.

  • Madras High Court Reviews Multiple Petitions in Deadly Karur Stampede Case: Legal Developments and Investigation Updates

    Madras High Court Reviews Multiple Petitions in Deadly Karur Stampede Case: Legal Developments and Investigation Updates

    Oct 27, 2025 02:32 pm CST

    The Madras High Court is examining seven petitions related to the Karur stampede tragedy that claimed 41 lives during a TVK political rally. The hearings include bail applications from party officials and a PIL seeking standard protocols for political gatherings in Tamil Nadu, while the Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation monitored by a special committee.

  • TVK Chief Vijay Meets Karur Stampede Victims

    TVK Chief Vijay Meets Karur Stampede Victims' Families One Month After Tragedy: Political Implications

    Oct 27, 2025 11:47 am CST

    Actor and TVK Chief Vijay conducts a private meeting with families of the 41 victims who died in the Karur stampede tragedy one month ago. As political tensions rise, opposition parties AIADMK and BJP are seeking alliance with TVK while controversy continues over the causes of the deadly incident that occurred during Vijay's delayed political rally.

  • Actor Vijay to Meet Families of Karur Stampede Victims in Private Mamallapuram Gathering

    Actor Vijay to Meet Families of Karur Stampede Victims in Private Mamallapuram Gathering

    Oct 26, 2025 06:26 pm CST

    TVK Chief Vijay will meet with families affected by the Karur stampede tragedy at a private hotel in Mamallapuram. The meeting comes after TVK provided financial assistance of Rs 20 lakh to victims' families. Meanwhile, political tensions continue as the Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation into the incident that claimed 41 lives.

  • CBI Takes Over Karur Stampede Investigation: Supreme Court Appoints Supervisory Committee Following 41 Deaths

    CBI Takes Over Karur Stampede Investigation: Supreme Court Appoints Supervisory Committee Following 41 Deaths

    Oct 26, 2025 04:06 pm CST

    The Central Bureau of Investigation has assumed control of the Karur stampede case investigation, where 41 people died during actor-politician Vijay's TVK rally on September 27. The Supreme Court ordered this transfer following a petition for independent inquiry and established a three-member supervisory committee headed by former justice Ajay Rastogi. The court emphasized the need for impartial investigation to restore public trust in the criminal justice system, citing the incident's national impact and concerns over political influence affecting the investigation process.

  • Vijay

    Vijay's TVK Party Transfers Rs 20 Lakh Compensation to Each Family of Karur Stampede Victims

    Oct 19, 2025 02:36 am CST

    Actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party has transferred Rs 20 lakh each to 39 families affected by the tragic Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives and injured over 60 people. The party has committed Rs 7.8 crore in total compensation and pledged long-term support for victims' families, including assistance with education and employment needs.

  • DMK-TVK Clash Intensifies: Vijay Criticized for Not Visiting Karur Stampede Victims as Political Blame Game Continues

    DMK-TVK Clash Intensifies: Vijay Criticized for Not Visiting Karur Stampede Victims as Political Blame Game Continues

    Oct 18, 2025 04:03 pm CST

    The political confrontation between DMK and actor Vijay's TVK party has escalated over the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. DMK criticizes Vijay for not visiting victims' families, while TVK claims the government is creating obstacles to prevent such visits. The tragedy occurred at Vijay's overcrowded political rally, with compensation announced and arrests made amid ongoing blame exchanges.