A case has been filed against V.P. Mathiyazhagan, the Karur West district secretary of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in connection with the stampede at actor Vijay's rally in Velusamupuram, which resulted in 39 deaths and 81 injuries. The case was registered under sections 109, 110, 125B, and 223 of the BNS for alleged violation of norms. Mathiyazhagan is the only one named in the case so far, and the investigation is ongoing.

Vijay rally stampede: What happened

The stampede occurred at actor Vijay's rally in Velusamypuram, Karur, on September 27, 2025, when a massive crowd, mostly youngsters, surged towards the stage to catch a glimpse of Vijay, causing chaos and confusion. Thousands of people had gathered at the venue since morning, waiting for Vijay's arrival. The event started at

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