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Karur stampede case: CBI summons Vijay for questioning on March 15 even after he asked for a 15-day extension

Karur stampede case: CBI summons Vijay for questioning on March 15 even after he asked for a 15-day extension

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. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay addresses a party meeting. (PTI Photo)(PTI02_23_2026_000134B)(PTI03_01_2026_000526B) (PTI) Vijay called for questioning The latest update from news agency PTI has revealed that Vijay was asked to appear on March 15 in Delhi at the agency headquarters. Meanwhile, the agency has also asked the DMK MLA from Karur, Senthil Balaji, to appear for questioning on March 17. 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 …

TVK Chief Vijay Summoned By CBI On January 19 For Karur Stampede Questioning | India News

TVK Chief Vijay Summoned By CBI On January 19 For Karur Stampede Questioning | India News

Last Updated:January 13, 2026, 19:12 IST Actor-turned-politician Vijay has been summoned again by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the Karur stampede case. Vijay had appeared before the CBI on January 12 after being served a notice under Section 179 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). (IMAGE: PTI FILE) Actor-turned-politician Vijay has been summoned again by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the Karur stampede case. Vijay on Tuesday was asked to appear before investigators on January 19 for further questioning. The fresh summon comes a day after Vijay was grilled for several hours by the CBI over alleged lapses in crowd management and delays during a political gathering in Karur last year that left 41 people dead and more than 100 injured. The stampede occurred on September 27, 2025, during a massive event organised by Vijay’s party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). The incident triggered outrage and led to judicial scrutiny, following which the Supreme Court of India transferred the probe to the CBI in October. Vijay …