"At least 36 people have been killed and more than 50 injured on Saturday at a rally held by Tamil actor Vijay, who is campaigning for election, state officials said. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said eight children and 16 women were among the 36 people who died in the district of Karur in Tamil Nadu during a political rally by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, Vijay's party."
"Large crowds had gathered for the meeting, part of Vijay's ongoing state tour for his political party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Vijay, who is a well-known actor and goes by only one name, launched a political party last year and began campaigning this month in advance of state elections that are to be held early next year. State lawmaker Senthil Balaji told reporters that 58 people were hospitalised after what he said was a stampede."
"Videos from local media show thousands of people surrounding a large campaign vehicle on top of which Vijay is seen standing and speaking. During the rally, visuals showed Vijay throwing water bottles from the top of the vehicle to fainting supporters and calling for police help when the crowd became uncontrollable. My heart is broken; I am in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow, Vijay wrote on X."
A political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu held by actor Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, resulted in at least 36 deaths and more than 50 injuries. Chief Minister MK Stalin said eight children and 16 women were among the dead. Large crowds attended as Vijay campaigned ahead of state elections scheduled for early 2026. State lawmaker Senthil Balaji said 58 people were hospitalized after what he described as a stampede. Videos show thousands surrounding a campaign vehicle, Vijay tending to fainting supporters and calling for police help. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the incident deeply saddening.
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