Actor and TVK chief Vijay has begun video calls to families affected by the Karur rally stampede, offering condolences, Rs 20 lakh support, and pledging in-person visits while reviewing safety protocols, after facing backlash for initially staying away from the tragedy site
Chennai : Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has begun reaching out to the families of those killed in the Karur rally stampede, making video calls to express condolences and pledge support.
The move comes after days of sharp criticism over his absence at the tragedy site. The stampede occurred on September 27 at Veluchamipuram in Karur during Vijay’s first major political roadshow since launching his party.
Though the venue was meant to hold only a few thousand people, nearly 30,000 supporters had