Vijay Puts Off Public Meets For Two Weeks
Vijay had been holding public interactions every Saturday, touring Tiruchirappalli, Namakkal, and Karur as part of the outreach. The September 27 Karur rally turned tragic when a stampede broke out, leaving 41 people dead and more than 60 injured.
TVK postpones Vijays rallies temporarily after Karur stampede tragedy
Vijay has embarked on a meet the people initiative on Saturdays and has toured Tiruchirappalli, Namakkal and Karur so far. The stampede during his September 27 public event in Karur killed 41 persons and left over 60 injured
Shoes, poles and garbage: Karur's telltale signs of celebration turning into mourning
KARUR: Mounds of shoes and chappals, crushed water bottles, torn party flags, pieces of clothes, broken poles, shreds of paper sprayed from party poppers and striking garbage of sorts. As early morning walkers and people who ventured out to buy milk and essentials crossed the venue of the mega rally --an arterial road-- addressed by TVK chief Vijay, they could not make sense of what had happened on the previous night. Several people, who went to sleep early or did not listen to the news, were shocked that as many as 39 people were killed and dozens were injured. While some videographers were filming the spot of the stampede, now barricaded by 'Police-Do Not Cross' kind of lengthy tapes and blocked to the public, groups of elderly men enquired with photo-journalists present there in disbelief about the stampede. While a TVK flag still flutters atop a high-rise pole at the spot and oversized-speaker boxes and mega lights lying unattended amid a huge pile of torn party publicity material like posters, TVK workers and office-bearers do not wish to say anything about what went wrong in their plan. A young man, who was among the crowd at the stampede spot, and who managed to safely get out of that spot after much struggle, claimed that several people were pushed to a 'low-lying sewerage' close to the road margin as many tried to get out at the same time. He regretted that what began as a 'celebration time' to hail their beloved matinee idol ended in tragedy. As fans were chanting Vijay's name, several did not realise that it was a stampede and that people fell down. Many who happened to place their legs on people who fell down also got tripped and fell, he told reporters. Stampede at TVK president & actor #Vijay 's campaign in #Karur : List of 34 deceased persons who have been identified so far. @xpresstn @NewIndianXpress pic.twitter.com/Ib7gHYzcXm S Mannar Mannan (@mannar_mannan) September 28, 2025 Uncontrollable crowds and poor event management caused Karur stampede; warnings from earlier rallies ignored Several people had their own claims about the cause of the stampede, and it is not clear what went wrong; whether it was the choice of the venue or overcrowding, which has been witnessed ever since Vijay launched his state-wide tour on September 13. At the venue, people pushed away tin sheets used to barricade and make enclosure kind of spaces, and many who climbed onto thatched roof structures nearby fell down and sustained injuries. Almost at the same time, police baton-charged to control the situation. However, people, including children, who were caught in the crowd and fell down, could not comprehend what was happening. A senior citizen in his 70s said he has never seen so many people getting killed in a stampede at a political party's event and blamed the youths for their anxiety to somehow take a look at the actor. Staff at the Karur government hospital themselves were rattled by the unceasing siren of ambulances bringing injured people, and policemen pitched in by carrying the victims to the treatment ward. Families who lost their children could not just believe that they had lost their loved little ones and were inconsolable. The visuals of young men and women crying while holding their motionless children shook hearts. 'I was choking': Survivors relive Karur stampede horror from hospital beds In this unfortunate incident, 39 deaths have been reported, including 17 women, 13 men, 4 male children, and 5 female children. The postmortem has been done for 30 (out of 39 deceased) and the bodies have been handed over to their families, Tamil Nadu Health Secretary P Senthil Kumar told reporters after visiting the patients at the GH. At the mortuary, the kin of the deceased wailed through the night, and the sound of the piercing sobs could be heard from afar, even close to the entrance of the premises. Also, police repeated a lathi-charge nearly an hour after the stampede to chase away the remaining crowds from the venue. Following the stampede, Vijay left the venue and did not meet reporters waiting at Tiruchirappalli and Chennai airports. My heart has broken, I am in unbearable, inexplicable pain and grief, he said in a social media post . The actor added that he prayed for the speedy recovery of those being treated in hospitals. He extended his sympathies to the families of my dear brothers and sisters killed in Karur. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin rushed from Chennai to Karur and interacted with doctors on the treatment being provided to the affected people, comforted them, and assured them of the best care. The CM reached Karur from Chennai past midnight. Authorities announced helpline numbers to reach the Karur district collect office helpdesk (04324 256306 and WhatsApp 7010806322).
Kickstarting Statewide Tour from Trichy, Vijay Attacks DMK, Promises Change
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay launched his much-anticipated statewide political tour in Tiruchirappalli on Saturday, kickstarting what is being seen as his first major step toward the 2026 Assembly elections.
TVK chief, actor-politician Vijay's first poll campaign address lost in audio glitch
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay addressed a rally in Tiruchirappalli. Audio problems plagued his 20-minute speech. Supporters chanted his name amidst the unclear address. Vijay questioned the DMK government's unfulfilled promises from the 2021 election. He criticized the DMK regime regarding an illegal kidney sale racket. Vijay highlighted Tiruchirappalli's historical significance in Dravidian politics.
Actor-politician Vijay gets rousing reception ahead of start of poll campaign
Tamil Nadu: The founder of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, actor-politician Vijay, was accorded a rousing reception in Tiruchirappallion Saturday by his party workers and admirers just before the start of his campaign for the 2026 Assembly election. As soon as Vijay arrived at the airport here from Chennai by a chartered flight, enthusiastic TVK workers, carrying Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
TVK chief Vijay to kickstart 'I am coming' Tamil Nadu Assembly election campaign
Actor-politician Vijay, founder of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, is set to launch his 'I am coming' state-wide campaign in Tiruchirappalli on Saturday, aiming for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election. He is expected to criticize the ruling DMK and BJP, using a custom-built campaign vehicle featuring iconic leaders and the slogan I am coming.
Amit Shah Introduces Fast-Track Immigration At Various Airport Virtually
On Thursday, Shah launched in Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Kozhikode and Amritsar. The program will eventually be launched at 21 major airports.
BIAL subsidiary opens OVetra lounge at Tiruchirappalli International Airport
PM Modi Attends Chola Emperors Birth Anniversary Event, Holds Massive Roadshow In Tamil Nadu
Ahead of the event, PM Modi held a roadshow in Tiruchirappalli, where thousands of people gathered to catch a glimpse of him and welcomed him with a shower of flower petals.
PM Modi holds massive roadshow in Tamil Nadus Tiruchirappalli; showered with flowers
Prime Minister Modi holds roadshow in Tiruchirappalli
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Tamil Nadu culminated in a roadshow in Tiruchirappalli and participation in the commemoration of 1,000 years since Rajendra Chola I's maritime expedition. He also marked the commencement of construction at the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple, releasing a commemorative coin honoring the emperor and paying tribute to Kargil war heroes during his visit.
PM Modi receives warm welcome from public in Tamil Nadu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome in Tiruchirappalli on Sunday, en route to Ariyalur district for an official event. A large gathering of party supporters and the public lined the roads, showering flower petals and waving at the Prime Minister's vehicle as he passed by.
PM Modi to visit TN, inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 4,800 crore
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to travel to Tamil Nadu on July 26 to lay the foundation stone, inaugurate, and dedicate to the nation various development projects valued at over Rs 4,800 crore. PM Modi will be travelling to Tamil Nadu immediately after returning to India from his visit to the UK and Maldives. He will also participate in the celebration of the birth anniversary of the great Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I during the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival on 27 July at the Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. According to an official statement issued by the Prime Ministers Office (PMO) on Friday, Prime Minister will directly arrive in Tuticorin and will inaugurate and dedicate to the nation a series of landmark projects across multiple sectors. These initiatives aim to significantly enhance regional connectivity, boost logistics efficiency, strengthen clean energy infrastructure, and improve the quality of life for citizens across Tamil Nadu. In line with his commitment to developing world-class air infrastructure and enhancing connectivity, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the New Terminal Building at Tuticorin Airport, developed at a cost of around Rs 450 crore, and designed to meet the increasing aviation demands of the southern region. He will also undertake a walkthrough of the new terminal building. As per official sources, the terminal spans 17,340 square metres and is equipped to handle 1,350 passengers during peak hours and 20 lakh passengers annually, with a future expansion capacity of up to 1,800 peak hour passengers and 25 lakh passengers annually. Featuring 100% LED lighting, energy-efficient electrical and mechanical systems, and treated water reuse through an on-site Sewage Treatment Plant, the terminal has been constructed to achieve a GRIHA-4 sustainability rating. This modern facility is expected to enhance regional air connectivity and stimulate tourism, trade, and investment in southern Tamil Nadu. In the road infrastructure sector, the Prime Minister will dedicate two strategically important highway projects to the nation. The first is the four-laning of the 50 km SethiyathopeCholapuram stretch of NH-36, developed at over Rs 2,350 crore under the VikravandiThanjavur corridor. It includes three bypasses, a 1-km four-lane bridge over the Kollidam River, four major bridges, seven flyovers, and several underpasses. This development will reduce travel time by 45 minutes between Sethiyathope and Cholapuram and enhance connectivity to the Delta regions cultural and agricultural centres. The second project involves the six-laning of the 5.16 km NH-138 Tuticorin Port Road, constructed at a cost of around Rs 200 crore. With underpasses and bridges, this project will streamline cargo movement, reduce logistics costs, and support port-led industrial growth in the region surrounding V.O. Chidambaranar Port. In a significant step to improve port infrastructure and advance clean energy efforts, the Prime Minister will inaugurate North Cargo BerthIII at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, developed at a cost of approximately Rs 285 crore. With a cargo handling capacity of 6.96 MMTPA, this new berth will meet the regions rising demand for dry bulk cargo handling, enhance port efficiency, and optimise cargo logistics. The Prime Minister will also dedicate three key railway infrastructure projects in southern Tamil Nadu, aimed at bolstering sustainable and efficient connectivity. The electrification of the 90 km MaduraiBodinayakkanur line will promote eco-friendly transport while supporting tourism and daily commuting in Madurai and Theni. The Rs 650 crore doubling of the 21 km Nagercoil TownKanniyakumari sectionpart of the ThiruvananthapuramKanniyakumari projectwill reinforce transport links between Tamil Nadu and Kerala. In addition, the doubling of the AralvaymozhiNagercoil Junction (12.87 km) and TirunelveliMelappalayam (3.6 km) sections will reduce travel time along major southern routes such as ChennaiKanyakumari, boosting both passenger and freight capacity and enhancing regional economic integration. To further strengthen Tamil Nadus power infrastructure, the Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for a major power transmission projectan Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) for the evacuation of electricity from Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Units 3 and 4 (2x1000 MW). This project, with an estimated cost of Rs 550 crore, includes a 400 kV (quad) double-circuit transmission line from Kudankulam to the Tuticorin-II GIS substation, along with associated terminal equipment. It will play a crucial role in reinforcing the national grid, enabling reliable clean energy distribution, and meeting growing electricity demands in Tamil Nadu and other beneficiary states. As part of his visit, Prime Minister Modi will also release a commemorative coin in honour of one of Indias greatest emperors, Rajendra Chola I, during the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival at Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple on 27 July. This special occasion also marks the 1,000-year anniversary of Rajendra Chola Is legendary maritime expedition to Southeast Asia and the beginning of the construction of the iconic Gangaikonda Cholapuram templean architectural masterpiece of the Chola era. Sources added that Rajendra Chola I (10141044 CE) was one of the most powerful and visionary rulers in Indian history. Under his leadership, the Chola Empire expanded its influence across South and Southeast Asia. He established Gangaikonda Cholapuram as the imperial capital following his victorious campaigns, and the temple he built there stood as a symbol of Shaiva devotion, monumental architecture, and administrative brilliance for over 250 years. Today, the temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its intricate sculptures, Chola bronzes, and ancient inscriptions. The Aadi Thiruvathirai festival also celebrates the rich Tamil Shaiva Bhakti tradition, fervently championed by the Cholas and immortalised by the 63 Nayanmarsthe saint-poets of Tamil Shaivism. Significantly, Rajendra Cholas birth star, Thiruvathirai (Ardra), begins on 23 July, making this years festival especially meaningful.
SRMIST, Trichy and Dassault Systemes signs MoU The initiative will drive R&D within the institute, focusing on the design of local technologies, systems and equipment in alignment with India's long-term goals of innovation and self-reliance. Another objective is to promote research and development initiatives that focus on the local design of technologies, systems and equipment, aligning with the country's long-term innovation and self-reliance goals. Dr. Shivakumar R., Chairman, SRM Group of Institutions, Chennai Ramapuram and Tiruchirappalli, said At SRMIST Tiruchirappalli, we are committed to nurturing a generation of innovators who are equipped not just with academic knowledge but with the application and mindset to solve real-world challenges. This collaboration with Dassault Systemes opens new avenues for our students and faculty to engage with advanced digital technologies, pursue cutting-edge research, and build impactful startups. It marks a significant step forward in aligning education with the needs of tomorrow's industries . Our collaboration with SRMIST Tiruchirappalli reflects a shared vision to empower young minds with digital design applications and industry-relevant insights, enabling them to drive innovation from the classroom to the marketplace. Through this MoU, we aim to provide access to advanced digital technology platforms, fostering research and supporting startups at every stage from idea to execution , said Deepak NG, Managing Director, India, Dassault Systemes .
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IndiGo To Launch Direct Flights To Jorhat, Tiruchirappalli From Delhi
The airline says the new routes will support regional trade, tourism and business.
