CBI Questions TVK Chief Vijay for Six Hours in Karur Stampede Investigation

Actor and TVK chief Vijay was questioned by the CBI for six hours on January 19 in connection with the Karur stampede on September 27, 2025, which killed 41 people and injured over 60. The investigation, taken over from Tamil Nadu police following a Supreme Court order, focuses on Vijay's delayed arrival and crowd management. Vijay denies responsibility, blaming police mismanagement and calling allegations a political conspiracy. The CBI has not ruled out naming individuals in the chargesheet and continues gathering evidence under court supervision.