Stampede at TVK Chief Vijay's Karur Rally Leaves Over 30 Dead, Many Injured

Chennai: A massive public rally led by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor-turned-politician Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, turned tragic on Saturday. A stampede-like situation left over 30 dead, including three children, and injured over 50 others.

Ministers, top officials, and senior police officers rushed to site. Medical aid and immediate support being provided. 

Stampede at TVK Chief Vijay's Karur Rally      

The death toll may rise as authorities continue to assess the situation. TVK has yet to issue an official statement, sources also confirmed the missing child was found safe.

Hospital where injured admitted to increase the number of doctors to bring the situation under control. 

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to visit Karur tomorrow to assess the situation and meet with affected families following the tragic stampede incident.

DMK Minister Senthil Balaji visited the hospital to assess the situation and meet the injured.

CM Stalin has ordered the Health Minister Ma. Subramanian to leave for Karur. 

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin tweets, "…The news coming from Karur is worrying. I have called former Minister V Senthilbalaji and Minister Subramanian Ma, and the District Collector to provide immediate treatment to the civilians who have fainted due to the crowd and have been admitted to the hospital. I have also ordered the Minister from the nearby Trichy district, Anbil Mahesh, to provide necessary assistance on a war footing. I have also spoken to the ADGP there to take steps to improve the situation as soon as possible. I request the public to cooperate with the doctors and the police."

PM Called The Incident Unfortunate

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “The unfortunate incident during a political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with the families who have lost their loved ones. Wishing strength to them in this difficult time. Praying for a swift recovery to all those injured.” 

A total of 31 people have been declared dead so far, including women and children. Actor Vijay left the rally midway after the incident occurred.

Home Minister Amit Shah Expressed Grief

Home Minister Amit Shah took to social media, saying, 'I am deeply saddened by the tragic incident of the stampede that occurred in Karur, Tamil Nadu. I express my heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. I pray to the Almighty God for the strength to endure this sorrow and for the swift recovery of those who were injured.

CM Stalin has announced an ex gratia of Rs10 lakh for the families of those who lost their lives in the Karur stampede incident. Meanwhile, Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the Governor of Tamil Nadu to discuss the tragic incident and ensure coordinated relief efforts.

Reports suggest that around two lakh people were present at the rally at the time of the stampede, contributing to the chaotic situation that led to the tragedy. Sources also claim that Vijay's rally had permission for only ten thousand people.

Stay tuned for more updates.