Karur Stampede Case: TVK Chief Vijay Questioned for 7 Hours by CBI, Waves at Supporters Outside Delhi HQ

Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Delhi for nearly seven hours on Sunday as part of the ongoing investigation into the 2025 Karur stampede incident in Tamil Nadu. The popular actor-turned-politician left the CBI headquarters later in the evening and acknowledged a large crowd of supporters waiting outside by waving to them.

The questioning is linked to the tragic stampede that occurred last year during a political outreach programme associated with Vijay’s party activities in Karur district. The incident had sparked national attention and raised serious concerns about crowd management and event safety during large political gatherings.

Vijay arrived at the CBI headquarters earlier in the day as investigators continued gathering information about the events leading up to the stampede. Officials questioned him regarding the organisation of the event, security arrangements, and the sequence of developments that unfolded when the crowd surged.

The 2025 Karur stampede had resulted in multiple injuries and triggered widespread debate over accountability and planning for large public programmes. Authorities launched an investigation soon after the incident to determine whether there were lapses in coordination, safety protocols, or crowd control measures.

The CBI later took over the probe to conduct a detailed inquiry into the circumstances that led to the tragedy. Investigators have been examining several aspects, including event permissions, security deployment, coordination with local administration, and the role of organisers involved in the programme.

Sources indicate that the questioning focused on understanding Vijay’s involvement in the planning and management of the outreach event where the stampede occurred. Officials reportedly asked about the planning process, communication with local organisers, and the arrangements made to handle the expected turnout of supporters.

After completing the questioning, Vijay exited the CBI headquarters in the evening. A large number of supporters had gathered outside the premises throughout the day to show solidarity with the actor-politician. As he left the building, Vijay greeted the crowd with a wave, which was met with cheers from the gathered supporters.

The Karur stampede case continues to remain a sensitive issue in Tamil Nadu politics, especially as Vijay’s political movement has been gaining attention across the state. The investigation is expected to continue as authorities analyse evidence and statements from various individuals connected to the event.

Officials have indicated that more questioning and evidence review may take place as part of the ongoing probe. The outcome of the investigation will likely determine whether any lapses or responsibilities can be legally established in connection with the tragic incident.

For now, the focus of the investigation remains on understanding exactly how the stampede occurred and identifying any failures in planning or crowd control that could have contributed to the situation.