Sun Sep 28 08:04:24 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

A stampede during a political rally for Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader and actor Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, on September 27, 2025, resulted in the deaths of 39 people. As of September 28, 2025, the identities of the victims have been established. Autopsies have been conducted on 35 bodies, which have been released to their families.

**News Article:**

**39 Dead in Stampede at Tamil Actor Vijay’s Political Rally**

**Karur, Tamil Nadu – September 28, 2025** – A tragic stampede at a political rally for Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and popular actor Vijay claimed the lives of 39 people on Saturday night in Karur. The incident occurred during the actor’s campaign event.

Police sources confirmed that all 39 victims have been identified. Autopsies have been completed on 35 bodies, and they have been returned to their families for funeral arrangements.

The tragedy has sent shockwaves across Tamil Nadu, raising questions about crowd control measures at political events. The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has yet to release an official statement regarding the incident. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the stampede.

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