Vijay seeks 15-day extension to seem for CBI questioning once more in Karur stampede case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has issued a recent spherical of questioning for actor-turned-politician Vijay in relation to the Karur stampede case. In response to the newest replace from information company PTI, he has sought a 15-day extension to seem earlier than them, citing political engagements. The lethal stampede, through which 41 individuals have been killed whereas additionally injuring over 60 individuals, occurred on September 27 throughout a rally of the actor-politician in Karur, about 400 km from Chennai.
Actor and Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has been known as by the CBI for questioning on the Karur stampede. (PTI Picture) (PTI03_04_2026_000186A) *** Native Caption *** (PTI)
Vijay seeks extension
The officers have now shared that recent summons can be despatched to Vijay. In response to sources, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had additionally sought the presence of Karur MLA V Senthil Balaji earlier than the investigation staff on Monday, however his employees had refused to just accept the discover.
Vijay was requested to seem earlier than the company right here on March 10, however he despatched a proper request in search of one other date after 15 days, the officers stated. He has additionally made a request to the company to query him at its Chennai workplace or at another workplace in Tamil Nadu. Nonetheless, sources stated the company will take into account Vijay’s request to be questioned in Tamil Nadu and can concern a discover with recent dates for questioning.
Vijay was beforehand questioned by the CBI in January, on two separate days: January 12 and 19. On the primary day, Vijay was questioned for practically 6 hours on the CBI headquarters. The officers shared that through the probe, the CBI has gathered materials that wants additional questioning and clarification from the actor.
In regards to the stampede
The stampede occurred on September 27 final yr, in Karur district, Tamil Nadu, throughout a political rally organised by TVK. The occasion, which drew an enormous crowd on the designated venue, turned chaotic, ensuing within the dying of 41 individuals and accidents to scores of individuals.
As he spoke from atop his marketing campaign car, panic unfold when individuals started fainting and falling within the overcrowded floor. A number of girls and youngsters have been amongst those that collapsed. Vijay stopped his speech halfway, threw water bottles to stricken supporters, and appealed for police help because the scenario spiralled uncontrolled.
Vijay later provided his condolences by way of social media. He stated, “I categorical my deepest sympathies and condolences to the households of my expensive brothers and sisters who misplaced their lives in Karur. I pray for a speedy restoration for these present process therapy in hospital.”
(by way of inputs from PTI)
