At least 20 people were killed in a stampede during actor-politician Vijay’s rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur, according to reports. Several children were among the dead.

The incident took place after supporters of Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), had been waiting for over six hours as the actor-politician arrived late for the event.

Chaos unfolded in the hospitals with several people who fainted feared dead. The death toll is expected to go up.

Chief Minister M K Stalin directed the Karur district collector to rush to the spot and ensure medical support. He also asked the Health Minister and School Education Minister to reach Karur, while ADGP (Law and Order) Davidson Devasirvatham is also expected to arrive.

The stampede occurred in an overcrowded section of the rally, where

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