**Vijay’s Rally Stampede: TN Government Blames Actor, Tightens Security**
*By Snehil Singh | Sep 28, 2025, 10:38 AM*
A tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, has resulted in 39 deaths and left over 100 people injured. The incident has sparked widespread concern, prompting the Tamil Nadu government to tighten security around Vijay’s residence in Chennai, amid fears of public unrest.
**Rally Mismanagement and Violations**
Reports indicate that the rally organizers failed to provide basic amenities such as adequate food and drinking water. This negligence reportedly caused many attendees to faint during the event. Contributing to the chaos, Vijay arrived at the venue more than seven hours late, which exacerbated the already difficult situation.
Supporters of Vijay were also accused of violating police guidelines by following his vehicle closely, further compromising crowd control.
**Emergency Response Issues**
Controversy surrounds the emergency response at the rally. Despite several people collapsing during Vijay’s speech, ambulances were reportedly denied entry into the venue, delaying urgent medical attention.
After the event, Vijay left for Tiruchirappalli airport and flew to Chennai on a private flight, raising questions from the public and officials alike.
**Official Statements and Responses**
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Vijay expressed that he was “writhing in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow.” He extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin visited the hospital to meet victims and their families, emphasizing the state government’s commitment to supporting those affected.
**Legal Actions and Inquiry**
The Tamil Nadu government has blamed Vijay and his party for violating rally guidelines which led to the stampede. TVK’s Karur West district secretary, V.P. Mathiyazhagan, faces legal action for allegedly breaching safety norms.
A judicial inquiry into the incident has been ordered, to be led by a retired High Court judge, aiming to thoroughly investigate the causes and assign accountability.
Tamil Nadu DGP G. Venkataraman remarked that the rally had official permission for the time slot from 3 PM to 10 PM, yet the crowd began gathering as early as 11 AM. He further noted that many attendees suffered due to a lack of sufficient food and water under the hot sun.
**Conclusion**
The tragic stampede at Vijay’s Karur rally has highlighted significant lapses in crowd management and adherence to safety regulations. As investigations continue and legal proceedings commence, the Tamil Nadu government has taken steps to prevent similar incidents, including increasing security measures at key locations associated with the event.
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*Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.*
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