Karur Stampede: Madras High Court to hear an urgent petition filed by a Karur resident who had participated in TVK chief Vijay’s rally yesterdayThe Karur stampede tragedy, which claimed at least 39 lives, has now reached the courts. A Karur resident who attended TVK chief Vijay’s rally has filed an urgent petition in the Madras High Court, seeking accountability and immediate directions for safety and justice.The rally saw over 50,000 supporters gather, despite permission for only 10,000. Survivors say they waited under extreme heat for hours before Vijay’s delayed arrival, which led to chaos, exhaustion, and a deadly surge near the stage. With only 500 police deployed, safety measures collapsed.The High Court petition demands answers on negligence, poor crowd control, and police lapses. The Tamil Nadu government has already announced a judicial probe led by Justice Aruna Jagadeesan, while FIRs have been filed against TVK functionaries.In this report, News18’s @anany_b brings the latest updates from court, and @nimumurali speaks exclusively with the husband of a victim. Stay tuned for full details on the legal fallout, political repercussions, and families’ fight for justice.@_pallavighosh | n18oc_india
Last Updated: September 28, 2025, 15:14 IST Go to Source
