At least 36 persons, including eight children and 16 women, were killed and more than 45 injured in a stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally here on Saturday, said Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin.

More than 45 injured are undergoing treatment, said state Health Minister Ma Subramanian

Over 30 people fainted and were rushed in ambulances to hospitals, officials said.

“Information from Karur is worrisome,” Chief Minister Stalin said after the hospitalisation of several people.

Even as TVK chief Vijay was addressing the massive gathering from atop his campaign vehicle, he halted his speech mid-way when many workers raised alarm after noticing that people were fainting and falling down.

Many who fainted were waiting for hours together to see Vijay, and it included children.

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