At least 39 people are dead and dozens are injured after a stampede at an Indian political rally for Tamil actor Vijay, who is campaigning for election.

"So far, 39 people have died, including 13 men, 17 women, four boys, and five girls - while 51 people, including 26 men and 25 women, are receiving intensive treatment," Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin told reporters in Karur, the district where the incident occurred during a political rally held by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, Vijay's party on Saturday.

Earlier, state lawmaker Senthil Balaji told reporters that 58 people were hospitalised.

Vijay, one of Tamil cinema's most bankable actors for three decades, has drawn massive crowds to his public meetings since launching his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, in 2024, which has

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