Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin announces the formation of a commission headed by retired HC Judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan to investigate the Karur stampede
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced the formation of a one-member Commission of Inquiry to investigate the tragic stampede at the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay's public rally in Karur on Saturday evening. The commission will be headed by retired High Court Judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan, who will submit a detailed report to the state government.
The rally resulted in the death of 36 people and left several others injured. In response, CM Stalin announced a compensation of ₹10 lakh each for the families of those who died, and ₹1 lakh for those receiving medical treatment in hospitals.
Also Read
In a statement, the Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the incident and conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families. Terming the loss "irreparable," he assured that the government is taking all necessary steps to support the victims.
"On receiving the heartbreaking news that 36 people, including eight children and 16 women, lost their lives in the crowd crush at the political campaign meeting of Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam in Karur today (27.09.2025), I was deeply shocked and pained," read the statement.
"These priceless lives lost have shaken all our hearts. I extend my deepest condolences and sympathies to the families who have suffered this irreparable loss. I have directed that all those admitted to hospitals for treatment must receive the best possible medical care," it added.
CM Stalin also mentioned that he instructed the District Collectors of Trichy, Salem, and Dindigul to visit Karur with medical teams to assist.
The Tamil Nadu CM also said that he will personally visit Karur tonight to meet the families of those who lost their lives in the incident.
"I will personally visit Karur tonight to meet the families of the victims to offer my condolences and also visit those receiving treatment in hospitals,” read the statement.
Following the incident, Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the Chief Minister and the Governor of Tamil Nadu to assess the situation, sources said. They said he also assured them to provide all support from Centre government if required.
Government sources said the Union Home Ministry has sought a detailed report from the Tamil Nadu government on the stampede.
ANI
Published: 28 Sept 2025, 12:26 am IST
Related Topics
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Disclaimer: Kindly avoid objectionable, derogatory, unlawful and lewd comments, while responding to reports. Such comments are punishable under cyber laws. Please keep away from personal attacks. The opinions expressed here are the personal opinions of readers and not that of Mathrubhumi.