CBI Denies Clean Chit to Vijay in Karur Stampede Case; Interrogation Continues

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News18•19-01-2026, 23:01
CBI Denies Clean Chit to Vijay in Karur Stampede Case; Interrogation Continues
- •Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay was interrogated by the CBI in Delhi regarding the Karur stampede case, which resulted in 41 deaths.
- •CBI sources indicate no clean chit has been issued, emphasizing the stampede was due to organizer failure or official negligence, not an act of God.
- •Vijay faced tough questions about his seven-hour delay at the Karur meeting, which local police allege contributed to the stampede.
- •TVK General Secretary CTR Nirmal Kumar denied allegations, stating Vijay attended as a witness and his name won't be in the charge sheet.
- •CBI officials maintain it's premature to determine roles, with a charge sheet expected soon under sections related to negligence and endangering public safety.
Why It Matters: CBI continues its probe into the Karur stampede, denying a clean chit to Vijay and questioning his role.
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