Tragic stampede at Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam rally leaves many casualties in Karur district.
At least 29 individuals have lost their lives, with several others injured, following a stampede during a rally held by actor-politician Vijay in Tamil Nadu’s Karur district. This incident occurred on Saturday in the Veluchamy Puram area, where Vijay, the leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party, was set to address a large gathering of supporters.
The event attracted thousands of attendees, including numerous women and children. As Vijay began his speech, the crowd reportedly became uncontrollable, leading to a chaotic situation where many attendees fainted. Witnesses noted that ambulances were summoned to the scene as the situation escalated, interrupting Vijay’s address on two occasions.
In response to the unfolding crisis, police took measures to disperse the crowd, resorting to a lathi charge after the stampede occurred. This intervention aimed to restore order and facilitate the immediate care of those affected.
Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed his concern regarding the incident through a social media post. He stated that he had instructed Health Minister Ma Subramanian, School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh, and senior police officials to proceed to the location to manage the situation effectively. Emphasizing the urgency of the matter, he described the reports coming from Karur as troubling and called for immediate treatment efforts to be carried out on a war footing.
Stalin further urged the public to cooperate with medical personnel and law enforcement to ensure that the injured received the necessary assistance as quickly as possible. The local healthcare system was put on alert to handle the influx of casualties from the event.
The rally, which was intended to galvanize support for Vijay and his political aspirations, has turned into a tragic event that has shocked many in the region. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the atmosphere shifted dramatically from one of enthusiasm to panic, resulting in a devastating loss of life.
As the situation continues to develop, authorities are gathering more information about the incident and the circumstances that led to such a tragic outcome. Further updates are anticipated as officials assess the scene and the health of those who were injured.
The sequence of updates will shape how the story evolves over the next few days.
