A high-level team from the Union Home Ministry and the Central Forensic Department conducted a crucial on-site inspection in Karur, Tamil Nadu, on Friday. This visit comes just days before Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay is scheduled to appear before the CBI in Delhi on January 12. The inspection focused on the Velusamyapuram location where a tragic stampede claimed 41 lives last year.
Revisiting the Scene of the Tragedy
The officials meticulously examined the area where the devastating incident occurred on September 27, 2023. The stampede took place during a campaign meeting organized by Vijay's political party, the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam. The team's primary objectives were to gather fresh evidence and create a detailed record of the site's layout and conditions at the time of the disaster.
Detailed Forensic Examination
During the inspection, which lasted approximately 45 minutes, the experts undertook several key tasks. They measured the width of the road to understand the space constraints. A critical part of the examination was the spot where Vijay's vehicle was parked during the event. Furthermore, the team thoroughly assessed the specific area where the deadly crush of people happened.
Using advanced technical equipment, the officials collected physical evidence and videographed the entire site from multiple angles. This visual documentation is expected to play a significant role in the ongoing investigation led by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Tension and the Path Forward
The presence of the central team briefly led to tension in the locality, highlighting the sensitive nature of the case and the deep emotions surrounding the loss of 41 individuals. The inspection is a pivotal step in the probe, aiming to establish a clear sequence of events and responsibilities related to the stampede.
All eyes are now on the upcoming January 12 appearance of Vijay before the CBI in the national capital. The findings from this site visit will likely inform the line of questioning, as authorities seek to piece together the final moments that led to one of Tamil Nadu's most tragic public safety failures in recent times.
