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CBI Sets March 15 Delhi Questioning for TVK Chief Vijay in Karur Stampede Probe

The Supreme Court‑mandated inquiry now seeks clarifications on new evidence, focusing on crowd control, permissions, the reported delay and related coordination.

Overview

  • The agency fixed Vijay’s next appearance for March 15 at its New Delhi headquarters after he sought a 15‑day deferral and asked to be questioned in Chennai.
  • Officials said investigators have collected additional material since January’s sessions that requires Vijay’s clarifications.
  • Karur MLA and former minister V. Senthilbalaji has been called to appear on March 17 to provide a statement in the case.
  • Probe priorities include crowd‑management documentation, event permissions, a reported seven‑hour delay in Vijay’s arrival, and coordination between organisers and local authorities.
  • The Supreme Court transferred the case to the CBI and formed a monitoring panel led by former judge Ajay Rastogi following the September 27, 2025 rally stampede that left 41 dead.