Madras High Court Orders SIT Probe into Tragic Stampede at Vijay's Rally

The Madras High Court has mandated the establishment of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) under senior IPS officer Asra Garg to investigate the fatal stampede on September 27 during actor-politician Vijay's rally, resulting in 41 deaths and over 60 injuries, with criticism directed at his party functionaries.

The Madras High Court has directed the creation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine the tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay's rally in Karur on September 27. The incident resulted in 41 casualties and over 60 injuries. Senior IPS officer Asra Garg has been appointed to lead the investigation.

Garg, who currently serves as the Inspector General of Police in the North Zone, will spearhead the probe into the unfortunate events. The decision comes in response to growing public outcry and the need for accountability in the incident that marred the rally.

The court's decision also included strong criticism of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) functionaries, highlighting the need for responsibility and better management during political events to prevent such tragedies in the future.

(With inputs from agencies.)