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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.
Deadly Stampede at Actor-Politician Vijay's Rally in Karur Claims 40 Lives Including 10 Children
Sep 28, 2025 05:53 pm CST
A tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay's TVK party rally in Karur resulted in 40 deaths, including 2-year-old Dhuru Vishnu and nine other children. The incident, allegedly caused by safety violations at an overcrowded venue, has prompted Vijay to announce Rs 20 lakh compensation for victims' families while Tamil Nadu's government has ordered a judicial inquiry into the devastating event.
Shashi Tharoor Calls for Improved Crowd Safety Measures After Fatal Tamil Nadu Rally Stampede
Sep 28, 2025 04:47 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has urged for stricter crowd management protocols following the tragic Karur stampede that killed 39 people at actor Vijay's political rally in Tamil Nadu. Tharoor emphasized the recurring nature of such disasters in India and called on central and state governments to implement comprehensive safety standards for large public gatherings to prevent future loss of life.
Tragic Stampede at TVK Rally in Tamil Nadu Claims 38 Lives: National Leaders Express Grief and Support
Sep 28, 2025 02:28 am CST
A devastating stampede occurred during actor-politician Vijay's TVK rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, resulting in at least 38 deaths and over 60 injuries. National leaders including PM Modi, President Murmu, and opposition figures expressed condolences as Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announced a judicial probe and compensation for victims' families. The tragedy happened when crowd numbers reportedly far exceeded the anticipated 10,000 attendees, overwhelming venue capacity and emergency services.