Karur Stampede: TVK Transfers Rs 20 Lakh To Families Of Victims

In a compassionate response to the tragic stampede in Karur, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has transferred Rs 20 lakh to the families of those affected. This follows Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's earlier announcement of Rs 4.87 crore in compensation for the victims.

The September 27 stampede in Karur, which occurred during a TVK rally, claimed 41 lives. TVK party chief Vijay confirmed in a statement that the Rs 20 lakh was transferred through RTGS on October 18, 2025, as part of a family welfare fund. "We had already announced this on September 28, 2025. I kindly request you to accept it as a gesture of our support and compassion," Vijay said.

He added that the party is taking the necessary legal steps to obtain permission for a personal meeting with the victims' families. "As mentioned during our video call last week, once approval is granted, we will definitely come to meet you," Vijay said.

Expressing condolences, Vijay stated, "The unbearable and painful incident in Karur has left us mourning the loss of our dear family members. In this difficult time, I want to assure you once again that we will stand with you in every possible way, offering comfort and support. With the grace of God, we will overcome this painful time together."

On October 15, Chief Minister MK Stalin confirmed that a total of Rs 4.87 crore had been disbursed to the families of victims affected by the stampede during the TVK rally.

Following a Supreme Court directive, IPS officer Praveen Kumar arrived in Karur on Friday to oversee the CBI investigation into the tragedy. A special CBI team, led by IPS Praveen Kumar and comprising Additional Superintendent of Police (ADSP) Mukesh Kumar and Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Ramakrishnan, has reached the district.

Police sources said that documents previously held by the SIT have been handed over to the CBI officials. The Supreme Court had ordered the CBI probe, along with a three-member monitoring committee headed by former Supreme Court judge Justice Ajay Rastogi, to ensure that the investigation is independent and impartial.