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Karur Rally Stampede Leaves 40 Dead as Investigations Gather Pace

Accountability has shifted to a judicial probe after police named TVK organisers in an FIR while leaving Vijay off the case.

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People stand near mortal remains of victims, who died after a stampede broke out at actor and TVK chief Vijay's rally on Saturday, at the government hospital, in Karur.

Overview

  • Madras High Court’s Madurai Bench is set to hear TVK’s plea for a CBI or court‑monitored probe into the Karur tragedy.
  • Police registered a case against TVK office‑bearers under serious BNS provisions including culpable homicide and endangering life, but did not name Vijay.
  • A one‑person Commission of Inquiry led by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan has begun site inspections and hospital visits.
  • Senior police cited an overcrowded venue far beyond permitted limits, Vijay’s delayed arrival, and lack of food and water for hours of waiting, adding that about 500 personnel were deployed and intelligence failure was ruled out.
  • Relief announced includes Rs 10 lakh from the Tamil Nadu government, Rs 2 lakh from the PM’s fund, and Rs 20 lakh from Vijay per deceased; TVK paused campaigning as dozens remain hospitalised with two reported critical.