Karur stampede
Kamal Haasan Calls for Accountability at Karur Stampede Site Where 41 Died at TVK Rally
Oct 06, 2025 08:32 pm CST
Makkal Needhi Maiam chief Kamal Haasan visited the site of the tragic Karur stampede that killed 41 people at a TVK rally led by actor Vijay. Haasan emphasized accountability and expressed condolences to victims' families while praising Chief Minister MK Stalin's leadership. A Special Investigation Team is probing the incident as senior TVK leaders face serious charges and court scrutiny over safety violations.
BJP Reaches Out to Vijay's TVK Party Following Karur Stampede: Strategic Alignment for 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections
Oct 05, 2025 01:19 am CST
Following the tragic Karur stampede, BJP has established communication with actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, indicating strategic interest in leveraging his popularity for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections. Both BJP and Congress are reaching out to TVK as national parties see an opportunity to gain ground in a state traditionally dominated by DMK and AIADMK. The political maneuvering comes amid shifting dynamics as parties position themselves against potential anti-incumbency sentiment toward the ruling DMK.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin Promises Full Investigation Into Deadly Karur Stampede at Vijay's Political Rally
Oct 04, 2025 04:44 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has pledged a thorough investigation into the Karur stampede tragedy that claimed 41 lives during actor-politician Vijay's TVK party rally. A court-ordered Special Investigation Team will ensure accountability while the state develops comprehensive safety protocols for public gatherings. The Madras High Court has temporarily banned political rallies on highways until proper safety guidelines are implemented.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Accuses BJP of Politicizing Karur Stampede Tragedy for Electoral Gain
Oct 03, 2025 09:22 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin criticized the BJP for exploiting the Karur stampede tragedy that killed 41 people for political advantage ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. He questioned why an NDA delegation was sent to investigate this incident but not other tragedies like the Manipur riots or Gujarat's Morbi bridge collapse, while also addressing fishermen issues and inaugurating development projects worth Rs 738 crore.
TVK Leaders Seek Pre-Arrest Bail Following Fatal Stampede in Tamil Nadu's Karur
Oct 01, 2025 02:32 am CST
Two senior TVK leaders have approached the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court seeking pre-arrest bail following the tragic stampede in Karur that killed 41 people. The leaders deny responsibility, claiming police negligence while authorities accuse the party of multiple violations that led to the disaster. The court will hear their bail petitions on Friday.
Karur Stampede Tragedy: Hema Malini Leads NDA Investigation Into TVK Rally Incident That Claimed 41 Lives
Oct 01, 2025 01:41 am CST
BJP MP Hema Malini led an NDA fact-finding team to Karur, investigating the stampede that killed 41 people at TVK chief Vijay's political rally. The delegation concluded the tragedy could have been prevented if authorities had allocated a larger venue for the event. Former Union Minister Anurag Thakur called for accountability while Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has ordered a judicial inquiry into the unprecedented disaster in Tamil Nadu's political history.
Tamil Nadu Opposition Leader Accuses DMK Government of Evading Responsibility for Deadly Karur Stampede
Sep 30, 2025 11:48 pm CST
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has accused the Tamil Nadu government of failing to protect citizens during the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. He questioned the government's decision to hold a press briefing while a Commission of Inquiry is already investigating the incident, suggesting this unusual approach indicates an attempt to shift blame and evade responsibility for the tragedy that occurred during actor-politician Vijay's political rally.
TVK Officials Remanded to 14-Day Judicial Custody Following Deadly Karur Stampede Incident
Sep 30, 2025 08:03 pm CST
Two Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) district secretaries have been remanded to 14-day judicial custody in connection with the September 27 Karur rally stampede that killed 41 and injured nearly 60. The officials face multiple charges including culpable homicide while Tamil Nadu establishes a commission to investigate the tragedy.
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.
Accountability in Crisis: Should TVK's Vijay Face Charges for the Karur Stampede Tragedy?
Sep 30, 2025 03:53 pm CST
The Karur stampede tragedy that claimed 41 lives raises critical questions about political responsibility, as TVK chief Vijay remains shielded from direct legal accountability while his party members face charges. This analysis examines the intersection of celebrity politics, legal double standards, and the political calculations that determine who faces consequences in Tamil Nadu's political landscape, revealing how justice may be compromised when powerful figures are involved.