Vijay breaks silence after Karur stampede tragedy, CM Stalin rushes to ground zero

Actor-turned-politician Vijay expresses heartbreak over the Karur rally stampede as condolences pour in; CM Stalin conducts late-night emergency review and hospital visits.

Karur, Tamil Nadu, was gripped by grief yesterday after a devastating stampede at actor-turned-politician Vijay’s political rally claimed 39 lives and injured more than 50. The tragedy, which unfolded amid a massive crowd waiting for hours, has triggered shockwaves across the state and beyond.

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Vijay, who had initially faced criticism for leaving silently for Trichy post-event, broke his silence late last night. Taking to X, he said, “My heart is broken. I am in unbearable pain and sorrow that cannot be described. My deepest condolences to the families of our beloved brothers and sisters who lost their lives in Karur.”

இதயம் நொறுங்கிப் போய் இருக்கிறேன்; தாங்க முடியாத, வார்த்தைகளால் சொல்ல முடியாத வேதனையிலும் துயரத்திலும் உழன்று கொண்டிருக்கிறேன்.

கரூரில் உயிரிழந்த எனதருமை சகோதர சகோதரிகளின் குடும்பங்களுக்கு என் ஆழ்ந்த அனுதாபங்களையும், இரங்கலையும் தெரிவித்துக்கொள்கிறேன். மருத்துவமனையில் சிகிச்சை…

— TVK Vijay (@TVKVijayHQ) September 27, 2025

Condolences poured in from across the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the incident as “deeply saddening,” while Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, and superstar Rajinikanth also conveyed solidarity through X, urging families to stay strong in this dark hour.

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.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 27, 2025

In a swift response, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin convened an emergency meeting with senior officials and rushed to Karur the same night. He personally visited the site, inspected the situation, and met with the injured at local hospitals, assuring their families of all possible support. “This tragedy is unacceptable, and we will ensure accountability,” Stalin stated during his visit.

The incident has sparked debate over crowd management at political rallies, with calls for greater safety measures to prevent such disasters in the future. For now, Tamil Nadu mourns as families of the victims grapple with an irreplaceable loss.