Vijay’s TVK Moves Madras HC, Alleges Conspiracy Behind Karur Stampede, Seeks Independent Probe

Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has approached the Madras High Court, alleging a political conspiracy behind the Karur stampede that claimed 39 lives during his rally on Saturday (27 September), Hindustan Times reported.

The party has requested an independent probe into the matter while mentioning its petition on Sunday before Justice M Dhandapani, requesting an urgent hearing.

Filed by TVK joint general secretary CTR Nirmal Kumar, the plea is expected to be heard by the Madurai bench of the High Court on Monday.

The petition alleges a “conspiracy” in the tragedy and calls for an “impartial probe” either by an independent agency or a court-monitored investigation.

Earlier in August, TVK had moved the High Court against what it termed “unreasonable restrictions” by Tamil Nadu police on its rallies, including a bar on pregnant women’s participation.

The court, however, had cautioned the party and asked it to act responsibly.

At the time, the bench had also advised that the police and the state come up with a uniform system, including set conditions for all political parties to hold public rallies.

It also observed at the time that Vijay, as TVK leader, must ensure safe conduct of events and “set an example” by asking pregnant women and persons with disabilities to stay away from such gatherings.

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