**Investigation Plea**
We have reliable information: TVK lawyer Arivazhagan, who is also the state coordinator of TVK’s legal wing, has announced that they will approach the Madurai bench of the High Court on Monday. He alleged that “there was a conspiracy, a criminal conspiracy in the incident at Karur,” and called for an independent investigation by the court instead of a state agency.
The lawyer stressed that they possess reliable information gathered from locals and CCTV footage, indicating the involvement of ruling party functionaries in Karur district.
**Safety Dispute**
**We Did Not Violate Any Conditions: TVK**
The DMK government has alleged that the rally violated safety guidelines. However, Arivazhagan has refuted these claims, stating, “We did not violate any conditions imposed by the police.” He further pointed out that similar events were held in other districts without incident and questioned why Karur was different. He cited rallies held in Madurai, Trichy, Ariyalur, Thiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Namakkal over the last two months as examples.
**Rally Controversy**
**Delay Due to Traffic, Not a Deliberate Attempt to Swell Crowd**
The state government claimed that people had gathered at the rally venue since noon, while Vijay reportedly arrived around 7:00 pm. Responding to this, the TVK lawyer said, “The delay was not on our part. The delay was caused due to poor traffic. That is the reason we could not reach the destination on time.”
Although the venue had a capacity of around 10,000, it attracted a crowd of approximately 27,000.
**Legal Proceedings**
**Case of Culpable Homicide Registered Against TVK Leaders**
Following the tragedy, the state government registered a case of culpable homicide against TVK leaders. Additionally, a judicial inquiry headed by a retired High Court judge has been ordered.
In response, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced compensation of ₹2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for each deceased’s next of kin and ₹50,000 for the injured.
Chief Minister Stalin announced compensation of ₹10 lakh for the families of those who died and ₹1 lakh for the injured.
**Reaction**
**Vijay’s Response to the Stampede Tragedy**
Vijay took to social media to express his grief over the incident. He said his heart and mind were “overwhelmed with profound heaviness.”
He also declared his intent to provide ₹20 lakh to each family that had lost a loved one and ₹2 lakh to those injured and receiving treatment.
“I also assure you that our Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam will steadfastly provide all necessary support to our loved ones under treatment,” he added.
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