**31 Dead in Stampede at TVK Chief Vijay’s Rally in Tamil Nadu**
*By Snehil Singh | Sep 27, 2025, 9:30 PM*
A tragic stampede at a political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, has resulted in the deaths of at least 31 people, with over 40 others hospitalized. The incident took place during a rally organized by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, led by actor-turned-politician Vijay. Tens of thousands had gathered to hear Vijay speak, which led to an overwhelming and uncontrollable crowd situation.
### Rally Disruption and Plea for Help
As the situation worsened, many attendees—including children—began fainting due to the dense crowd and lack of basic amenities. Vijay was seen pleading for police assistance and distributing water bottles from his customized campaign bus to help those affected. However, the chaos made it difficult for ambulances to reach the injured promptly.
Several fainted individuals were rushed to nearby hospitals, but unfortunately, some did not survive.
### Political Reactions
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized the Tamil Nadu police for their apparent lack of preparedness for managing such a large gathering. The BJP demanded accountability from the ruling DMK government for the tragedy.
In response, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin took immediate notice of the incident. He directed state ministers Anbil Mahesh and Ma Subramaniam to travel to Karur and oversee relief efforts. Additionally, former minister V. Senthilbalaji was tasked with ensuring adequate medical assistance for those affected by the crowd surge.
### Rally Restrictions and Controversies
Vijay’s political rallies have frequently been the subject of controversy due to the massive crowds they attract. The DMK-led administration has imposed several restrictions on his events to manage safety concerns.
Vijay has positioned his party as a viable alternative to the established DMK and AIADMK parties. He has consistently criticized both parties during his rallies, asserting that he will not form alliances with either. Among his key accusations against the state government are failures to provide essential services such as roads, healthcare, clean water, and security.
As investigations into the stampede continue, questions remain about the adequacy of crowd management and emergency preparedness at large political events in Tamil Nadu.
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