Archive · 4 Oct 2025
Karur Stampede: High Court Criticizes TVK, BJP Eyes Vijay's Party
A stampede at a political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, resulted in the deaths of 41 people, and the Madras High Court is looking into the matter.
The court criticized Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for failing to control the crowd.
The BJP is showing interest in partnering with Vijay's party, potentially to gain support in the 2026 elections.
The CM of Tamil Nadu, MK Stalin, has assured a thorough investigation.
The High Court has set up a special investigation team to look into the incident and establish new rules for managing large events.
Madras High Court criticized Vijay's TVK regarding the Karur stampede, which caused 41 deaths.
The court rejected bail applications from TVK members.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the incident.
The BJP is considering a partnership with TVK.
Tamil Nadu CM assured accountability and a thorough investigation.
- Who
- Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), Vijay, Madras High Court
- What
- Stampede and subsequent political response
- When
- September 27, 2024
- Where
- Karur, Tamil Nadu
- Why
- Stampede during Vijay's rally; Political maneuvering
DMK
BJP & TVK
Accountability for Stampede
DMK
The DMK government has, so far, blamed the TVK.
BJP & TVK
The BJP argues that the DMK government shares responsibility.
- Incident
- Karur Stampede
- Date
- September 27
- Deaths
- 41
- Injured
- Approximately 100
- Involved Parties
- TVK, Madras High Court, BJP, DMK
- Investigation
- SIT formed by High Court
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