Summary
A stampede at a political rally for actor and politician Vijay in Tamil Nadu, India, resulted in the death of 40 people and injured at least 124 others. The event took place during a gathering of tens of thousands, where crowd control issues and Vijay's delayed appearance contributed to the incident. The Tamil Nadu government has announced an inquiry and compensation for the families of the deceased.
Key Facts
- The stampede occurred at a political rally in Tamil Nadu, India.
- The death toll has reached 40, with at least 124 people injured.
- The deceased included nine children.
- Actor Vijay was campaigning for state elections set for early 2026.
- Vijay's delayed arrival led to crowd control challenges.
- The government of Tamil Nadu announced a probe into the incident.
- Families of those who died will receive financial compensation.
- Stampedes are a common risk at large gatherings in India.
