'Most painful time of my life': Vijay holds rally at Karur, promises memorial for stampede victims
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay visited Karur to distribute appointment orders to families affected by a 2025 stampede at a TVK rally. He announced plans for a memorial to honor the victims and criticized the local police for their handling of the event.
Why it matters
The event highlights the political fallout of a major public safety tragedy and the ongoing tension between the state government and law enforcement agencies.
KARUR: Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay on Friday addressed a public meeting at Atlas Ground in Karur, where he distributed compassionate appointment orders to 32 families affected by the stampede that occurred during a TVK rally last year.The event was held under tight security arrangements.Addressing the gathering, Vijay described the stampede as "the most painful time of my life" and alleged that the Tamil Nadu Police had "staged drama" during the incident.CM Joseph Vijay announced that a memorial would be built in Karur to honour the victims of the Karur stampede.Addressing a public gathering in Karur, Vijay said the memorial would ensure that future generations remember the tragedy and understand what he described as the "conspiracy" behind the incident."A memorial will be established in Karur to honour the victims.
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