US EditionA 2-Year-Old, a Couple Days Away From Wedding: The Heartbreaking Stories of Those Who Died in Karur Stampede
The stampede at Vijay’s political rally left 41 dead, including 10 children, with over 60 injured and ongoing calls for an independent investigation into alleged sabotage.
- A stampede broke out on September 27, 2025, at a political rally led by actor-politician Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, killing 41 people.
- The stampede resulted from Vijay's delayed arrival, overcrowding, and unauthorized roadshows that caused confusion and swelling of the crowd.
- Vijay halted his speech mid-way after noticing fainting among attendees, cut his speech short, and left the venue amid escalating chaos.
- Authorities announced compensations including Rs 20 lakh per bereaved family by Vijay, Rs 10 lakh by the state, Rs 2 lakh from PM Modi's relief fund, and legal action against TVK officials.
- The Chief Minister ordered a judicial probe into the incident, highlighting the need for improved crowd management during political events to prevent such tragedies.
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Stampede Tragedy: TVK Chief Vijay's Delay Sparks Chaos in Karur A political rally by TVK chief and actor-politician Vijay in Karur ended in tragedy with a stampede that claimed 41 lives, according to an official report. The chaos erupted due to Vijay's delayed arrival, which caused overcrowding and tension amongst attendees.The First Information Report (FIR) registered with the police highlights that unauthorized roadshows and reception events l…
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