The death toll in the Karur stampede at TVK leader Vijay’s rally rose to 41 after a 65-year-old woman died of injuries. Authorities have ordered a judicial probe, while PM Modi and CM Stalin announced ex gratia relief for victims.
Police have booked TVK leaders over the Karur stampede during actor Vijay’s rally that killed 39. CM Stalin announced compensation and a judicial inquiry as the tragedy triggered nationwide grief.
Actor-turned-politician Vijay is under fire for his absence and delayed response after a deadly stampede at his Karur rally killed 39 people, raising questions about crowd control and leadership.