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Vijay's legal counsel has welcomed the Supreme Court's decision to order a CBI investigation into the Karur stampede. The legal team expressed gratitude for the court's order and promised full cooperation with the investigating authorities. The stampede occurred during a TVK rally on September 27, resulting in 41 fatalities and numerous injuries. A three-member committee led by former Justice Rastogi will monitor the CBI probe to ensure a fair investigation.

Key Points: Vijay Counsel Welcomes Supreme Court CBI Probe Karur Stampede

  • Legal team specifically requested SIT led by retired Supreme Court judge
  • Three-member committee headed by Justice Rastogi to monitor CBI probe
  • Stampede occurred during TVK rally in Karur on September 27
  • Tragedy claimed 41 lives including 18 women and 15 men
  • Majority of victims were from Karur district with others from neighboring areas
  • Investigation aims to ensure fair and impartial probe into the incident
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TVK Chief Vijay's counsel welcomes SC's CBI probe order into Karur stampede, assures full cooperation

TVK Chief Vijay's legal team welcomes Supreme Court order for CBI investigation into Karur rally stampede that killed 41, promises full cooperation.

"We are very grateful for the order...We are willing to render all cooperation with the CBI - Gauri Subramanyam"

New Delhi, October 14

Gauri Subramanyam, counsel for TVK Chief and actor Vijay, welcomed the Supreme Court's order for a CBI probe into the Karur stampede.

Subramanyam emphasised full cooperation with the CBI, noting that the legal team had specifically requested an SIT led by a retired Supreme Court judge and was pleased with the decision.

"We are very grateful for the order...We are willing to render all cooperation with the CBI...They have also appointed a 3-member SIT led by former Justice Rastogi and 2 Tamil Nadu cadre officers...We will cooperate in every single way possible...We had requested the SIT and that it be led by a retired Supreme Court judge...As the legal team, we are very happy," she said on Monday.

On Monday, the Supreme Court ordered a CBI probe into the Karur stampede, which took place during TVK chief and actor Vijay's rally on September 27, leaving 41 persons dead and many others injured.

A bench of Justices J.K. Maheshwari and N.V. Anjaria also ordered a three-member committee, headed by former Supreme Court judge Justice Ajay Rastogi, to monitor the CBI probe for a fair and impartial investigation into the tragedy.

On September 27, during a rally organised by the Tamil Nadu Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) in Karur, a stampede occurred in which 41 people lost their lives and more than 100 sustained injuries.

Among the 41 deceased 18 were women, 15 men, five young girls, and five boys, while.34 victims were from the Karur district, two each from the Erode, Tiruppur, and Dindigul districts, and one from the Salem district.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see Vijay's team cooperating fully. But honestly, why do we need film stars to enter politics? They should stick to entertainment. These rallies are becoming death traps for common people.
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Arjun K
The fact that they specifically asked for a retired SC judge-led SIT shows they want transparency. This is how responsible political parties should behave. Respect for taking accountability!
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Sarah B
As someone who has attended political rallies, the safety measures are often inadequate. 41 lives lost is heartbreaking 💔 Hope this investigation leads to better safety protocols for all public events in India.
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Vikram M
The composition of victims shows this tragedy affected people across age groups and districts. Proper compensation should be given to all affected families immediately. Justice delayed is justice denied.
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Michael C
While I appreciate the cooperation, let's not forget that prevention is better than cure. Political parties need to invest in proper crowd management systems. This should be mandatory for all public gatherings.

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