Thu Oct 02 14:38:47 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Tamil Nadu Minister S. Muthusamy defended Chief Minister M.K. Stalin’s response to the tragic incident at actor Vijay’s TVK rally in Karur, where 41 people died. He asserted that Stalin acted on humanitarian grounds, providing immediate relief and support despite the victims largely belonging to another political party. Muthusamy also addressed Vijay’s recent statement and rejected claims of inadequate security at the rally, emphasizing the importance of learning from such events and ensuring adequate security for large gatherings.

**News Article:**

**Stalin’s Response to Karur Tragedy Praised, Security Concerns Raised After Deadly TVK Rally**

**ERODE, Tamil Nadu – October 2, 2025** – Tamil Nadu’s Minister for Housing, Prohibition, and Excise, S. Muthusamy, has defended Chief Minister M.K. Stalin’s handling of the recent tragedy in Karur, where 41 lives were lost at a rally organized by actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).

Speaking after laying the foundation stone for Anbagam in Modakkurichi, Erode, Minister Muthusamy stated that Chief Minister Stalin responded to the tragedy on humanitarian grounds, ensuring immediate relief and safety measures. This came in response to questions about TVK president Vijay’s video statement concerning the incident.

“Our government’s objective is to protect people,” Minister Muthusamy asserted. “A Commission of Inquiry has been appointed, and since the matter is under investigation, further comments cannot be made.” He emphasized that despite the victims’ political affiliation, the Chief Minister immediately convened officials, deployed police, and sent medical teams to Karur. He also announced a compensation of ₹10 lakh for each bereaved family.

Muthusamy also addressed accusations from AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami regarding inadequate security, stating that 500 police personnel were on duty at the rally. He cautioned against politicizing the tragedy, emphasizing the need for all parties, including the DMK, to learn from the incident.

The Minister further pointed to the late arrival of actor Vijay at the venue as a contributing factor to overcrowding, stressing the critical importance of adequate security measures for large gatherings.

The incident in Karur has sparked renewed debate regarding security protocols at political rallies and public events in Tamil Nadu. The ongoing Commission of Inquiry is expected to provide further insights into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

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