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.
Live Updates
- 27 Sept 2025 10:11 PM IST
Governor Ravi condoles Karur stampede
In a statement released by Raj Bhavan, Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi expressed grief over the tragic incident at the TVK president and actor Vijay’s rally in Karur, stating he is “deeply pained and anguished by the loss of innocent lives, including children.”
He extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and offered prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured, urging authorities to ensure safety at public gatherings.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:02 PM IST
Chief Minister Stalin will depart Chennai for Tiruchy on Sunday (September 28), at around 7:30 am by private aircraft. From there, he will travel to Karur either by road or by helicopter.
- 27 Sept 2025 10:00 PM IST
Vijay departs for Chennai, refuses to comment on TVK event stampede
Actor Vijay departed from Tiruchy Airport en route to Chennai. He declined to speak to reporters regarding the incident.
- 27 Sept 2025 9:59 PM IST
CM Stalin holds emergency meeting
Chief minister MK Stalin rushed to the State Secretariat to discuss the situation in Karur and measures to be taken to carry out relief and rescue works. Chief secretary N Muruganantham and other officials are present in the meeting
- 27 Sept 2025 9:57 PM IST
TVK stampede: PM Modi expresses grief
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed grief over the tragic incident at the TVK president and actor Vijay’s rally in Karur, describing it as deeply saddening.
“The unfortunate incident during a political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with the families who have lost their loved ones. I pray for strength and courage for them during this difficult time and wish a speedy recovery to all those injured,” he said.
- 27 Sept 2025 9:48 PM IST
Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed that reports came out from Karur was concerning and directed ministers to carry out relief measures.
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