Karur stampede case: SC allows urgent hearing of plea over witness influencing
The case stems from the September 27, 2025 stampede in Karur during a public outreach programme organised by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam.
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The case stems from the September 27, 2025 stampede in Karur during a public outreach programme organised by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). The State government has already announced ex gratia payment of ₹10 lakh to the affected families, the application said. A sudden surge of crowds at the event led to a fatal stampede that claimed 41 lives and triggered nationwide concern.
Furthermore, The application has sought a direction to the CBI to register a complaint and proceed against the public statements made by Mr. Arjuna for “influencing, tampering with witnesses and impeding with the investigation”. Officials are also reviewing organisational responsibility for the event, including who approved the Karur venue, how the rally was planned within the party structure, and when Vijay was informed.
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The case stems from the September 27, 2025 stampede in Karur during a public outreach programme organised by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
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The State government has already announced ex gratia payment of ₹10 lakh to the affected families, the application said.
according to The Hindu - NationalA sudden surge of crowds at the event led to a fatal stampede that claimed 41 lives and triggered nationwide concern.
according to India TodayThe application has sought a direction to the CBI to register a complaint and proceed against the public statements made by Mr. Arjuna for “influencing, tampering with witnesses and impeding with the investigation”.
according to The Hindu - NationalOfficials are also reviewing organisational responsibility for the event, including who approved the Karur venue, how the rally was planned within the party structure, and when Vijay was informed.
according to India Today
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