📌 Key Points
- Actor Vijay summoned by CBI for questioning on March 15 in connection with the Karur stampede case.
- Vijay had requested a 15-day extension due to political engagements, but the CBI proceeded with the summons.
- The Karur stampede resulted in 41 deaths and over 60 injuries during a rally on September 27.
- CBI previously questioned Vijay in January and is considering questioning him in Tamil Nadu.
Actor Vijay is again under scrutiny. The CBI has summoned him for questioning on March 15 regarding the Karur stampede, even after Vijay requested a 15-day extension. This follows a deadly incident that resulted in numerous casualties during a political rally.
CBI Summons Vijay Amidst Stampede Probe
Vijay had previously requested for a 15-day extension to appear before CBI for questioning, citing political engagements.
Karur stampede case : Actor-turned-politician Vijay has received summons from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for questioning in relation to the Karur stampede case. Earlier, Vijay had asked a 15-day extension to appear before them, citing political engagements. CBI has set the date for questioning on March 15 . The deadly stampede, in which 41 people were killed while also injuring over 60 people, occurred on September 27 during a rally of the actor-politician in Karur, about 400 km from Chennai.
Vijay’s Extension Request Denied
DMK leader Senthil Balaji tweeted, “Regarding the Karur tragic incident, conflicting reports have surfaced in some media outlets about the summons issued by the CBI.. Based on the summons sent by the CBI, asking to appear in person on March 17 and provide clarifications, I intend to go there in person and furnish the appropriate explanations to their questions.”
On March 9, Vijay was asked to appear before the agency on March 10, but he sent a formal request seeking another date after 15 days, the officials said. He has also made a request to the agency to question him at its Chennai office or at any other office in Tamil Nadu. However, sources said the agency will consider Vijay’s request to be questioned in Tamil Nadu and will issue a notice with fresh dates for questioning. Vijay was previously questioned by the CBI in January, on two separate days: January 12 and 19.
Background of the Karur Stampede Tragedy
Vijay later offered his condolences via social media. He said, “I express my deepest sympathies and condolences to the families of my dear brothers and sisters who lost their lives in Karur. I pray for a speedy recovery for those undergoing treatment in hospital.”
Despite requesting an extension, Vijay faces CBI questioning regarding the tragic Karur stampede. The investigation continues, with the agency considering Vijay’s request to be questioned within Tamil Nadu for convenience and accessibility.
