20 feared dead in stampede at Vijay-led TVK rally in Tamil Nadu

A devastating stampede at a rally organised by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay in Karur district, Tamil Nadu, has left at least 10 people confirmed dead and another 10 feared deceased, with several among the victims believed to be children. According to police sources, the tragedy occurred when a surge of people rushed forward at a crowded entry point, causing panic and leading to multiple collapses. “Some individuals fainted in the crush, triggering a chain reaction,” an officer told NDTV. The rally, held at a venue where Vijay was scheduled to address supporters after an earlier event in Namakkal, saw an estimated 30,000 people gather. However, his arrival was delayed by more than six hours, during which...