What was meant to be a grand campaign moment for Tamil superstar-turned-politician Vijay in Karur turned into a night of chaos and mourning. On Saturday, a combination of missteps and poor crowd management led to a devastating stampede that has now claimed 39 lives, including 10 children and 17 women. According to eyewitnesses and officials, several factors contributed to the disaster. Vijay’s campaign vehicle reportedly kept its windows closed, leaving fans frustrated after having followed him all the way from Namakkal, a nearby city. Organisers allegedly made incorrect announcements, adding to the confusion among the thousands gathered. In the middle of the frenzy, a tree branch collapsed on sections of the crowd, sparking panic that spiraled into a stampede within minutes. The atmos

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