public gathering safety
TVK Files PIL in Madras High Court Alleging Sabotage in Deadly Vijay Rally Stampede
Sep 29, 2025 04:01 pm CST
TVK leader Aadhav Arjuna has petitioned the Madras High Court seeking CBI investigation into the Karur stampede that killed 41 people, alleging deliberate sabotage by ruling DMK party. The petition claims power cuts, infiltration by troublemakers, and police action contributed to the tragedy at actor Vijay's political rally. DMK officials deny all allegations as politically motivated.
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.
Karur Stampede Tragedy: 39 Lives Lost at Actor Vijay's TVK Rally - Eyewitnesses Describe Chaos and Poor Planning
Sep 28, 2025 11:35 am CST
A devastating stampede at actor Vijay's political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu resulted in 39 fatalities. Eyewitnesses describe overwhelming crowds, delayed arrival of the TVK leader, and inadequate safety measures. Victims' families share heartbreaking accounts while Vijay expresses profound grief over the tragedy that highlights critical failures in large event management.