SaralnamaThousands were out on Karur's streets for payday on when TVK founder Vijay's rally turned tragic. Congress MP Jothimani questions why TVK leaders weren't informed it wasn't the right day for a big event. The stampede left 40 dead and many injured. Jothimani says people waited 9 hours without water in cramped spaces. She notes Saturdays are busy in Karur with goods loading and salary collection. The city can't handle large gatherings, usually held on outskirts. Jothimani calls for clear rules on crowd size and management at political events. She stresses parties must take responsibility for bringing crowds and ensuring their safety. (Updated 29 Sep 2025, 08:05 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Thousands were out on Karur's streets for payday on when TVK founder Vijay's rally turned tragic
- Congress MP Jothimani questions why TVK leaders weren't informed it wasn't the right day for a big event
- The stampede left 40 dead and many injured