TVK to move Madras HC seeking independent probe into Karur stampede: Reports

Chennai: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay is reportedly preparing to approach the Madras High Court, seeking an independent probe into the Karur stampede that claimed 39 lives and left dozens injured during his public rally on Saturday, reported India Today.

Vijay held an online meeting with party leaders on Sunday to discuss the tragedy and the next course of action.

The massive crowd at the rally turned chaotic, triggering panic and a deadly stampede. Several attendees fainted and were rushed to nearby hospitals, with officials citing overcrowding at the venue as the main reason for the disaster.

Following the incident, the Union Home Ministry has sought a detailed report from the Tamil Nadu government, while Governor R.N. Ravi has also demanded an explanation from the DMK-led administration.

Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Sunday said the Commission led by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan would arrive in Karur later in the day to probe the stampede incident.

He said Chief Minister M K Stalin would take appropriate action based on the report submitted by the panel.

Udhayanidhi, who cut short his overseas trip, paid homage to the deceased and visited the injured at a hospital here.

He was accompanied by Cabinet colleagues, including Health Minister Ma Subramanian.

"The Commission will speak to the affected individuals and submit its report. Based on its recommendations, the Chief Minister will take suitable action," Udhayanidhi told reporters.