Tamil Nadu: Death Toll Rises To 31 Dead in Stampede at Actor Vijay’s Rally in Karur
Babushahi Bureau
Karur (Tamil Nadu), September 25, 2025:
At least 31 people have died in a stampede during actor-turned-politician Vijay’s campaign rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, DMK MLA Senthil Balaji confirmed today.
Several children reportedly fainted at the venue and were rushed to nearby hospitals.
Vijay appealed to his supporters and cadres to make way for ambulances to ensure medical help could reach the injured without delay. District authorities, including the Karur Collector, are monitoring relief and rescue operations.
ANI Report Filed at 20:59 IST
Stampede at TVK chief Vijay's rally in TN's Karur; 31 dead, confirms Health Minister
ANI | Updated: Sep 27, 2025 20:59 IST
Karur (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 27 (ANI): A massive crowd at Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief and actor Vijay's election campaign in Tamil Nadu's Karur turned chaotic on Saturday evening, resulting in a stampede-like situation that left at least 10 people dead and several injured.State Health Minister Ma Subramanian told ANI over the phone that more than 10 people were brought dead to the hospital. He added that the exact number of casualties will be confirmed shortly.According to initial reports, multiple attendees fainted during the incident, and some were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.Sources suggest that the overcrowding at the venue triggered the panic and subsequent stampede.Following the Chief Minister M K Stalin's directive, DMK district secretary and former minister Senthil Balaji immediately headed to the hospital to oversee relief measures. State Health Minister Ma Subramanian is also en route to the hospital, where the injured are being treated.In a post on X, CM Stalin stated, "I have contacted former Minister @V_Senthilbalaji, Honourable Minister @Subramanian_Ma and the District Collector to provide immediate treatment to the public who have fainted and been admitted to the hospital due to the crowding."