Tragedy Strikes at Vijay's Rally: Stampede in Karur

A deadly stampede at actor-politician Vijay's rally in Karur resulted in 29 deaths. Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured Tamil Nadu of central assistance and requested a detailed report on the incident. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Shah expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday reached out to Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi and Chief Minister M K Stalin to assess the aftermath of a deadly stampede in Karur.

The incident took place during actor-politician Vijay's rally, resulting in at least 29 fatalities, according to sources.

The Union home ministry has demanded a detailed report from the Tamil Nadu government on the circumstances surrounding the stampede and the actions taken for rescue and medical assistance, sources reported.