Actor Vijay Faces CBI Over Rally Tragedy
Actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in New Delhi today. The federal agency is investigating the tragic stampede that occurred during his political rally in Karur on September 27, 2025. The incident, which resulted in 41 deaths and numerous injuries, has led to intense scrutiny of the event’s planning and safety measures.
The CBI took over the case following a Supreme Court order, which emphasized the need for an independent probe into the “national conscience-shaking” event. Investigators questioned Vijay for over six hours at the agency’s headquarters. The discussion primarily focused on the seven-hour delay in his arrival, crowd management protocols, and the level of coordination with local district administration and police forces.
Reports indicate that the agency examined the organizational structure of the TVK to determine who held responsibility for venue preparedness. Questions were raised regarding the deployment of private volunteers versus professional security, and whether adequate risk assessments were conducted prior to the massive gathering. Vijay’s legal team has maintained that they provided video evidence suggesting lapses on the part of state authorities.
Due to the sensitive nature of the case and Vijay’s massive fan following, security was heavily tightened around the CBI office today. Units of the Delhi Police and paramilitary forces were deployed to manage supporters and media personnel. While the CBI initially requested a follow-up session tomorrow, the actor-politician has reportedly asked for a later date due to the upcoming Pongal festival.
This legal development comes as Vijay prepares his party for its first major electoral test in the upcoming 2026 state assembly elections. The outcome of the CBI’s final report could have significant implications for his burgeoning political career. As the investigation continues under the supervision of a retired judge, the public remains focused on the accountability of both political organizers and state officials in preventing such tragedies.
