A tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally in Karur on Saturday left 38 people dead, including men, women, and children. The incident has sent shockwaves across Tamil Nadu and the country. On Sunday, veteran actor Chiranjeevi took to social media to offer his condolences to the victims’ families.

Chiranjeevi ‘Deeply Saddened’ By Karur Stampede

He tweeted, “Deeply saddened by the tragic stampede at the rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu.”

“My sincere condolences to the families who are living through this unbearable loss. I wish them strength in this difficult time and pray for the speedy recovery of those injured. Om Shanti,” added the actor.

Vijay Rally Stampede

Tamil Nadu Director General of Police G Venkataraman cited overcrowding, delays, and lack of basic facilities as key reasons for the tragedy.

He explained that the crowd grew much larger than expected after Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), announced on social media that he would arrive at noon. According to the latest reports, 12 men, 16 women, and 10 children lost their lives in the tragic incident.

Offering condolences to the families, Kamal Haasan tweeted on Saturday, “My heart trembles. The news coming from Karur brings shock and sorrow. I am at a loss for words to express my deepest condolences to the innocent people who lost their lives trapped in the crowd congestion. I urge the Tamil Nadu government to ensure that those rescued from the congestion receive proper treatment and that those affected receive appropriate relief.”

Megastar Rajinikanth also expressed grief. “The news of the loss of innocent lives in the incident that occurred in Karur shakes the heart and causes immense grief. My deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. Comfort to those who were injured,” read his tweet.

Vijay is yet to react to the tragedy.