Puducherry: Actor-turned-politician Vijay will address his first major public gathering in Puducherry on Tuesday, marking his return to outdoor political events after the devastating Karur stampede in September that claimed 41 lives. The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader is scheduled to speak from the rooftop of his campaign bus, a format the party stresses is a standalone public meeting, not a roadshow. According to a member of his team, the specially fitted campaign bus departed from Chennai on Monday.

The event is taking place under stringent police restrictions. Puducherry Police had initially denied permission for a roadshow, citing the area’s narrow lanes and limited space. Permission was later granted only after a series of strict conditions were imposed. Attendance has been c

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