TVK stampede LIVE UPDATES: 38 including kids dead; CM leaves for Karur; 'my heart is shattered', tweets Vijay
CM Stalin ordered a probe led by Justice Aruna Jagadeesan; Centre sought report as Amit Shah spoke to Stalin, Governor Ravi, assuring support.
In the picture, relatives can be seen gathered in front of the emergency department of Karur Government Hospital; TVK chief Vijay
CHENNAI: Thirty-eight people, including ten children, died in a stampede at actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay's rally in Karur, about 400 km away from Chennai, on Saturday. The dead also include 16 women. Several people who suffered injuries are admitted to the Karur Government Hospital.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a Commission of Inquiry to be led by Justice Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the incident. He is presently on his way to Karur.
Hours after the tragedy, actor-politician Vijay expressed profound grief, extending his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and praying for the speedy recovery of those injured. “My heart is shattered," Vijay wrote on X.
Meanwhile, the Union Home Ministry has sought a report on the stampede from the Tamil Nadu government. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also spoke to Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi and Stalin to take stock of the situation post-stampede at Karur and assured all possible central help.
Live Updates
- 27 Sept 2025 11:07 PM IST
"Deeply anguished to hear about the tragic accident in Karur, Tamil Nadu. This saddening incident has snatched away precious lives.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. May Prabhu Shri Ram give them strength and peace to the departed souls. Prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured," tweets Yogi Adityanath.
- 27 Sept 2025 11:04 PM IST
BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran will visit Karur on Sunday morning
As a mark of respect to the victims of the tragic incident, the party has announced the cancellation of all its scheduled events across Tamil Nadu on Sunday.
- 27 Sept 2025 11:03 PM IST
The death toll has risen to 36, including 8 children, 16 women, and 12 men.
No casualties have been reported from private hospitals, confirmed State Health Minister Ma Subramanian.
- 27 Sept 2025 11:03 PM IST
In his tweet, the Union Minister L Murugan expressed his deep condolences to the families of the deceased.
He stated, "Disturbing reports are coming from Karur district that over 33 people, including children, lost their lives in a crowd stampede during a campaign rally conducted by Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam leader Mr. Vijay. I extend my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased.I urge the Tamil Nadu government to provide appropriate compensation to the families of those who lost their lives in this incident and to ensure high-quality treatment for those undergoing medical care."
- 27 Sept 2025 10:58 PM IST
External Affairs Minister of India, S Jaishankar, expressed his deep sorrow over the tragic stampede in Karur, Tamil Nadu, which claimed several lives and left many injured.
In a tweet, he stated, “Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in a stampede in Karur, Tamil Nadu. My deepest condolences are with the families of the deceased. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured.”
- 27 Sept 2025 10:56 PM IST
“The tragic incident that occurred today during a political rally in Karur is deeply shocking and saddening. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. In this difficult time, I pray to the Almighty to grant them the strength to endure this grief, and I wish a speedy recovery to those who were injured,” tweets CP Radhakrishnan.
இன்று கரூரில் ஒரு அரசியல் பேரணியின் போது நிகழ்ந்த துயரமான சம்பவம் மிகுந்த அதிர்ச்சியையும், வருத்தத்தையும் அளிக்கிறது. இந்த நிகழ்வில், தங்கள் அன்பிற்குரியவர்களை இழந்தவர்களின் குடும்பத்தினருக்கு எனது ஆழ்ந்த இரங்கல்களைத் தெரிவித்துக் கொள்கிறேன். இந்தக் கடினமான காலகட்டத்தில் அவர்கள்…
— CP Radhakrishnan (@CPR_VP) September 27, 2025.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:49 PM IST
Amit Shah speaks to TN Governor Ravi, CM Stalin to take stock of situation post-stampede at Karur; assures all possible central help.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:49 PM IST
Senthil Balaji met and consoled those admitted to Karur Government Hospital.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:45 PM IST
Nainar Nagenthran to visit Karur
BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran will visit Karur on Sunday evening.
Around 4 pm, he is scheduled to meet and console the families of those who lost their lives in the stampede, as well as visit the injured persons undergoing treatment at the hospital.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:43 PM IST
In a tweet, President Droupadi Murmu said; "Anguished to know about the tragic loss of lives in a stampede-like unfortunate incident in Karur district of Tamil Nadu. I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved family members and pray for early recovery of those injured.
Anguished to know about the tragic loss of lives in a stampede-like unfortunate incident in Karur district of Tamil Nadu. I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved family members and pray for early recovery of those injured.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) September 27, 2025
