CHENNAI: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has issued summons to Vijay, founder and president of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), directing him to appear in person before the agency in New Delhi on January 12.
The summons were issued in connection with the Karur stampede case in which 41 people lost their lives. The tragic incident occurred on September 27 at Veluchamipuram in Karur district, when a massive crowd gathered for a political rally organised by the TVK.
Vijay, who had recently stepped into active politics, addressed the rally, which drew an overwhelming turnout of supporters from across the region. As the crowd swelled beyond expected numbers, chaos broke out at the venue, triggering a stampede.