Karur: The death toll from the tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally in Karur has risen to 40, with more than 80 others reported injured. Authorities confirmed that the crowd-crush occurred on September 27 when thousands of supporters gathered at Veluswamypuram to see the actor-turned-politician.

Officials have launched a judicial inquiry led by a retired judge to determine accountability, as preliminary investigations suggest multiple lapses in planning and crowd management. Police reports indicate that permission had been granted for around 10,000 attendees, but more than 27,000 people turned up for the roadshow. The situation worsened after Vijay’s delayed arrival, which left fans waiting for hours in heat and without adequate amenities, le

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