Archive · 19 Jan 2026
Vijay Faces CBI Again in Karur Stampede Case
Vijay, a leader of a political party called TVK, has been asked to go to Delhi again by the CBI.
This is because of a big accident that happened during a political event in Karur, where many people got hurt and 41 people died.
The CBI wants to ask Vijay more questions about what happened and if he knew about the problems before the accident.
He was already asked questions once before, and now he has to go again to answer more questions.
The CBI is trying to find out who is responsible for what happened.
Vijay left for Delhi on a chartered plane on Sunday at 4:15 pm to appear before the CBI on January 19.
He had previously been questioned for more than six hours on January 12 but requested a different date due to the Pongal festival.
Vijay, the leader of TVK, left for Delhi on Sunday to appear before the CBI on January 19 regarding the Karur stampede case.
The incident occurred on September 27, 2025, during a political campaign event organized by TVK, resulting in 41 deaths.
Vijay was previously questioned at the CBI headquarters on January 12 for more than six hours and requested a different date for the second summons due to the Pongal festival.
The CBI has been investigating the circumstances leading to the tragedy and has questioned several senior TVK officials.
The investigation is being monitored by a committee headed by retired Supreme Court judge Justice Ajay Rastogi.
- Who
- Vijay, leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)
- What
- CBI has issued a fresh summons to Vijay for questioning in the Karur stampede case
- When
- The incident occurred on September 27, 2025; Vijay is summoned to appear on January 19
- Where
- The incident took place in Karur, Tamil Nadu; Vijay is to appear in New Delhi
- Why
- To investigate Vijay's role and responsibilities in the Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives
TVK Leadership
Tamil Nadu Police
Responsibility for the Stampede
TVK Leadership
Vijay alleges a conspiracy and demands an independent probe, denying negligence.
Tamil Nadu Police
Tamil Nadu police allege that TVK leadership ignored advice and failed to take necessary precautions.
- Date of Incident
- September 27, 2025
- Location of Incident
- Karur, Tamil Nadu
- Number of Lives Lost
- 41
- Investigating Agency
- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
- Monitoring Committee Head
- Retired Supreme Court Judge Justice Ajay Rastogi
- First Summons Date
- January 12
- Second Summons Date
- January 19
- Departure Time
- 4:15 pm on Sunday
- Mode of Travel
- Chartered plane
Sources
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