In a post on X, the Prime Minister 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”
Victims being taken to hospital in Karur district, Tamil Nadu, on Saturday. PIC/PTI
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed his deepest condolences over the deaths caused by a stampede at TVK chief and actor Vijay's public rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu. He also wished for the speedy recovery of those injured in the incident.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister 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 massive crowd at Vijay’s election campaign in Karur turned chaotic on Saturday evening, resulting in a stampede that claimed 31 lives and left several others injured. Reports suggest that multiple attendees fainted during the rally, with some rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment. Overcrowding at the venue is believed to have triggered the panic.
Expressing shock, AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami condoled the deaths and announced immediate relief measures.
In a post on X, he said, “The news that more than 29 people lost their lives and several others fainted and are receiving treatment due to crowd chaos at the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam party rally in Karur is both shocking and distressing. I express my deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives.”
Palaniswami added that former Minister MR Vijayabhaskar had been instructed to personally visit the hospital and assist the injured.
Volunteers from the AIADMK have also formed human chains to ensure proper help reaches those receiving treatment. He further urged the DMK-led state government to provide adequate medical care to the injured and compensation to the families of the deceased.
Following directives from Chief Minister MK Stalin, DMK district secretary and former minister Senthil Balaji rushed to the hospital to supervise relief operations. State Health Minister Ma Subramanian is also on the way to oversee medical assistance.
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.”
Authorities are yet to release an official statement on the exact number of injured or the full extent of damage. Updates are expected as the situation develops further.
(With ANI inputs)
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