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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay set to visit Karur to hand over jobs to stampede ... ANI Tamil Nadu CM Vijay set to visit Karur to hand over jobs to stampede victims' kin Karur (Tamil Nadu): Preparations are in full swing in Karur in Tamil Nadu for a public interaction programme on Friday in which Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam President C Joseph Vijay is scheduled to attend. Chief Minister will participate in the programme at the Atlas Kalai Arangam Grounds near Vennamalai in Karur on Friday morning. The Chief Minister will hand over government job appointment orders to some of the legal heirs of the 41 victims who lost their lives in the Karur tragedy. A stampede at a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally in Karur on September 27, 2025, claimed 41 lives during a public outreach event where TVK president and actor Vijay was campaigning. A massive pandal is being set up across nearly 10 acres, with seating arrangements for around 5,000 people. Iron barricades have been installed around the venue as part of the security and event arrangements. Live Events Party flags and flex banners have been erected along the routes leading to the event venue. Authorities have also mad…

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to distribute job orders to Karur stampede victims ... News Desk Last Updated: 09 July 2026, 11:25 AM IST Share The CM will launch a ₹17,000 million footwear manufacturing project and distribute welfare aid. File: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay | Photo: ANI Karur: Extensive preparations are underway in the Karur district of Tamil Nadu ahead of a public interaction programme on Friday, which is set to be attended by the state's Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President C. Joseph Vijay. The Chief Minister will participate in the event on Friday morning at the Atlas Kalai Arangam Grounds near Vennamalai. During the programme, Vijay will personally distribute government employment appointment orders to the legal heirs of some of the 41 people who died in the Karur tragedy. The deaths occurred on 27 September 2025, when a fatal stampede broke out during a TVK public outreach rally in Karur whilst Vijay, a former actor turned politician, was campaigning. Organisers have erected a massive marquee spanning nearly 10 acres, designed to accommodate around 5,000 spectators. Comprehensive security and event management measures have been implemented, incl…

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay To Meet Karur Stampede Victims' Families In July ETV Bharat / bharat Tamil Nadu CM Vijay To Meet Karur Stampede Victims' Families In July The stampede occurred on September 27, 2025, during a TVK rally in Karur, claiming 41 lives and triggering widespread shock across Tamil Nadu and India. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay arrives at the State Legislative Assembly ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Session in Chennai district of Tamil Nadu ( IANS ) By ETV Bharat English Team Published : June 29, 2026 at 5:18 PM IST 1 Min Read Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will visit Karur in the second week of July to meet and offer condolences to the families of the 41 people who lost their lives in the stampede during a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally event last year, according to sources. The stampede occurred on September 27, 2025, during a TVK election campaign programme in Karur, claiming 41 lives and triggering widespread shock across Tamil Nadu and the country. At the time, Vijay faced criticism from sections of the opposition for not personally visiting the bereaved families. While an inquiry into the incident was underway, Vijay had invi…

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to visit Karur on July 10, meet stampede victims' kin C hennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has chosen Karur for his first official visit to districts after assuming office, in a significant and symbolic move aimed at reaching out to the families of the victims of the September 27 stampede in which 41 people were killed. Advertisement Rural Development and Water Resources Minister N Anand, a close aide of Vijay even before his entry into politics, announced on Thursday that the Chief Minister will be in Karur on July 10. Sources told DH that Vijay will participate in a government event in Karur and meet the families of the victims for the second time since the incident - he had met them at a luxurious resort near Chennai in October 2025. TN CM Vijay writes to PM Modi opposing Viksit Bharat scheme over funding burden "This will be the first time that the Chief Minister will visit a district in official capacity. He had visited Tiruchirapalli last month for his party event. Karur was chosen by the Chief Minister personally," a source aware of the developments told DH. The source recalled Vijay's promise to the affected that he would meet them in thei…

Karur stampede: TVK chief Vijay speaks to victims’ families on video calls A core team of TVK functionaries has been facilitating the interactions through video calls, connecting Mr. Vijay. The cadres have requested the families not to record or photograph the calls.

TN stampede: CM Stalin announces Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for victims ... TN stampede: CM Stalin announces Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for victims’ families, judicial probe ordered IANS September 27, 2025 11:07 PM Share on | Chennai, Sep 27 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampede at the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) campaign meeting in Karur that has left 36 people dead and more than 58 others injured. The incident occurred on Saturday night when a massive crowd gathered to hear TVK chief and actor-turned-politician Vijay speak, leading to sudden chaos and a deadly crush. In a statement issued late Saturday night, the Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. “This is an unprecedented tragedy. My deepest sympathies are with the bereaved families. The government stands by them in this painful moment,” Stalin said. Announcing immediate relief, the Chief Minister declared an ex gratia of Rs 10 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund to the families of each deceased person. Those seriously injured and undergoing treatment at various hospitals will receive Rs 1 lakh each. Stal…

Karur Stampede Vijay Holds Video Calls Families With Victims, TVK ... Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor-turned-politician Vijay connected with families of those who lost their lives in the tragic Karur rally stampede via video call on Tuesday. Officials confirmed that Vijay offered his condolences and assured the grieving families that he intends to meet them in person soon. Dr KG Arunraj, a former IRS officer and TVK’s general secretary for propaganda and policy, led a delegation from Chennai to personally visit the affected families in Gandhigramam, Pasupathipalayam, and nearby areas on Monday, as per a report on Times of India. The outreach efforts continued into Tuesday as the party sought to provide support and assess the needs of the victims’ families. Vijay reportedly described the incident as an irreparable loss, saying, as per ABP Nadu, "I will always be one with you. I will meet you in person soon." Vijay reportedly spoke to the affected families via video call.Around 20 TVK executives from Chennai visited the homes of the deceased in Karur district and facilitated video calls using Vijay’s phone. Reports indicate that video calls were made to over twent…

TN CM Vijay in Karur: Jobs for Stampede Victims' Kin Tamil Nadu News Updated Jul 9, 2026 Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to Visit Karur for Job Handover to Stampede Victims' Kin Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay will visit Karur on Friday to hand over government job appointment orders to legal heirs of 41 stampede victims. He will also distribute welfare assistance and lay the foundation for a Rs 1,700 crore footwear factory. Preparations include a 10-acre pandal, QR code ID cards, and tight security. Local business owners have complained about restricted access due to barricades. A ANI Jul 9, 2026 · 2 min read · 42 views Save Listen Copy Tamil Nadu CM Vijay set to visit Karur to hand over jobs to stampede victims' kin Karur, July 9 Preparations are in full swing in Karur in Tamil Nadu for a public interaction programme on Friday in which Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam President C Joseph Vijay is scheduled to attend. Chief Minister will participate in the programme at the Atlas Kalai Arangam Grounds near Vennamalai in Karur on Friday morning. The Chief Minister will hand over government job appointment orders to some of the legal heirs of the 41 victims …

Karur Stampede: TVK Chief Vijay Talks To Victims' Families Via Video ... Karur: Actor-turned-politician Vijay on Tuesday spoke to the families of people who lost their lives in the Karur stampede through a WhatsApp video call. During the call, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief expressed condolences to the bereaved families. "I am with you, I will stand by you," Vijay told the grieving families while expressing sympathy, as reported by India Today. At least 41 people lost their lives in the stampede that took place in Tamil Nadu's Karur during the actor-turned-politician's rally. Over 60 people also reported sustained injuries during the stampede. An FIR filed in connection with the tragic incident blamed the TVK chief for the stampede. As per the FIR, Vijay remained inside his campaign vehicle at the venue for an extended period, which led to overcrowding and restlessness among the people present at the spot. The actor-turned-politician is facing flak from the ruling DMK government over the incident. According to the state police, around 30,000 people were gather at the the venue of Vijay's rally. Notably, the venue reportedly had a capacity of handling only 10,000 people.…