TVK's Karur roadshow stampede LIVE: Death toll rises to 40, those injured stable; case registered and probe underway
CM Stalin ordered a probe led by Justice Aruna Jagadeesan; Centre sought report as Amit Shah spoke to Stalin, Governor Ravi, assuring support.
CHENNAI: The death toll in the stampede at actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay's rally in Karur, about 400 km away from Chennai, rose to 40 on Sunday. At least 16 women and 10 kids were among those who suffocated to death at the actor-politician's heavily-crowded rally.
Around 95 people who suffered injuries are admitted to the Karur Government Hospital. They are now stable, except for one, said Tamil Nadu Health Secretary P Senthil Kumar.
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 reached Karur by midnight.
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.
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- 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 - 27 Sept 2025 10:41 PM IST
JP Nadda tweets, "Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in the tragic stampede in Karur district, Tamil Nadu. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, and I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured. May God grant courage and strength to all those impacted by this tragedy."
Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in the tragic stampede in Karur district, Tamil Nadu. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, and I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured. May God grant courage and strength to all those impacted by this tragedy.
— Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) September 27, 2025 - 27 Sept 2025 10:38 PM IST
CM Stalin to constitute a single member commission under retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to investigate Karur stampede.
Families of those who lost their lives will receive Rs 10 lakh each from the CM Relief Fund, while those undergoing treatment for injuries will be provided Rs 1 lakh each.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:38 PM IST
Union home ministry seeks report from Tamil Nadu govt on stampede in Karur: Sources
- 27 Sept 2025 10:29 PM IST
State Health Minister Ma Subramanian on Saturday said that the death toll in the Karur stampede tragedy has risen to 33, including 6 children, 17 women, and 10 men.
A total of 33 bodies were brought dead to the Government Medical College and Hospital, Karur. Over 50 injured persons are currently undergoing treatment, while several others have been shifted to private hospitals. Health authorities are verifying details regarding those admitted to private facilities.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:27 PM IST
TVK stampede: Rajinikanth expresses grief
Actor Rajinikanth expressed deep sorrow over the Karur tragedy, calling it a heart-wrenching incident. In a post on X, he stated, “The news of the loss of innocent lives in Karur is deeply painful and heartbreaking. My heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and my prayers for the recovery of the injured.”
- 27 Sept 2025 10:23 PM IST
CM Stalin responds to Karur rally stampede, deploys ministers
In a tweet, the Chief Minister MK Stalin instructed former Minister V Senthilbalaji, Minister Ma Subramanian, and the District Collector to ensure that all necessary medical treatment is provided promptly to those affected.
Minister Anbil Mahesh, representing the nearby Tiruchy district, has also been directed to provide assistance on a war-footing basis. The Chief Minister has coordinated with the ADGP to take swift measures to restore normalcy in the area.
CM Stalin further appealed to the public, medical personnel, and the police to cooperate fully in managing the situation.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:16 PM IST
EPS reacts to Karur tragedy
"The news that more than 29 people lost their lives and several others fainted and are receiving treatment in the hospital due to the crowd chaos during the campaign meeting of the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam party held in Karur, where its leader Vijay spoke, is both shocking and distressing. I express my deepest condolences and regret to the families of those who lost their lives," tweets Edappadi K Palaniswami.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:14 PM IST
"Deeply pained by the tragic loss of lives in a stampede in Karur, Tamil Nadu. My heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased. I pray to the Almighty to give them the strength to bear this grief and for the speedy recovery of the injured," tweets Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
தமிழ்நாட்டின் கரூரில் ஏற்பட்ட கூட்ட நெரிசலில் உயிரிழந்த துயர சம்பவத்தால் ஆழ்ந்த வேதனை அடைகிறேன். இறந்தவர்களின் குடும்பத்தினருக்கு எனது மனமார்ந்த இரங்கலைத் தெரிவித்துக் கொள்கிறேன். இந்த துயரத்தைத் தாங்கும் வலிமையையும், காயமடைந்தவர்கள் விரைவில் குணமடையவும் எல்லாம் வல்ல இறைவனைப்…
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 27, 2025
