
Karur stampede left an indelible scar, says Vijay on first anniversary
On the one‑year anniversary of the Velusamypuram crowd crush in Karur, politician Vijay posted on X recalling the tragedy that occurred on September 27, 2025, when a political rally he addressed turned deadly, leaving 41 people dead. He described the incident as leaving a lasting scar on the community, expressed condolences to the families and urged authorities to improve safety measures at future events.