A stampede at a TVK rally in Karur was intensified by blocked escape routes due to hoardings and ropes, which also fell and injured attendees. An unexpectedly large crowd, including people from distant districts, led to chaos, trapping many and causing fatalities. The situation worsened when a bakery roof, used for rescue, collapsed.

Mumbai experienced heavy overnight showers, leading to significant rainfall and widespread waterlogging, notably in the Andheri subway. Airlines like SpiceJet and IndiGo issued advisories, warning passengers of traffic congestion affecting airport travel. The rain is expected to intensify further, likely causing more disruptions to traffic and local train services.

Two senior TVK leaders were booked for culpable homicide after a Karur rally stampede killed 39 and injured nearly 100 at Vijay’s event.