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The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has suspended all public events of actor-turned-politician Vijay for two weeks. The decision comes in the wake of a tragic stampede at a party rally in Karur, which left 41 dead. The party announced the decision on X, saying: "In this situation where we are in pain and sorrow over the loss of our loved ones...public meeting program...for...next two weeks is being temporarily postponed."

Emotional response

'Never faced such a painful situation'

A day before, Vijay, who is also the party founder, expressed his grief over the incident in an emotional video message. He said he had "never faced such a painful situation" and explained why he didn't visit Karur immediately after the tragedy. "I didn't visit Karur as it would lead to an unu

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