TVK Chief Vijay to Appear Before CBI Again in Karur Stampede Investigation

TVK chief Vijay, an actor-turned politician, has been summoned again by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to appear in New Delhi on January 19 regarding the Karur stampede case that occurred during a political rally on September 27, 2025, resulting in 41 deaths. Vijay was previously questioned for over six hours on January 12 but sought to postpone further questioning due to the Pongal festival. The CBI continues to investigate the circumstances of the tragedy, including crowd management and Vijay's role at the event.