“We Didn’t Run Away”: Kanimozhi Fires At Vijay Over Stampede
DMK MP Kanimozhi has hit out at TVK chief Vijay over the stampede at his rally in Karur, saying, “We didn’t run away.” She appeared to question Vijay’s absence when the crowd surged and tragedy struck.
Stampede Toll and Blame Game
On September 27, a stampede occurred during Vijay’s political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, killing at least 39 people and injuring many more. Eyewitnesses reported that a sudden surge, narrow pathways and even a power outage contributed to the chaos. Vijay reportedly arrived several hours late, and the delay allowed crowds to swell under hot conditions.
Political Fallout After Tragedy
Vijay’s party, TVK, has claimed DMK was behind a conspiracy and petitioned the Madras High Court to order a CBI investigation. The BCCI-style accusations of political interference have added fire to an already tense scenario. Meanwhile, Kanimozhi’s remark implies that she sees Vijay’s conduct as inadequate and possibly evasive.
Pressure Mounts On Organisers
Critics say crowd management, staging, and security fell short. With public anger rising, state authorities face mounting pressure to probe the incident, assign accountability, and prevent such tragedies in future campaigns.
