CHENNAI: After 31 people were killed while 58 others were injured in a stampede at TVK chief and actor Vijay’s public rally in Tamil Nadu’s Karur on Saturday evening, Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh each to the families of the deceased.

CM Stalin also announced financial aid of Rs 1 lakh each to those undergoing medical treatment in hospitals.

The Chief Minister further announced the formation of a one-member Commission of Inquiry, headed by retired High Court Judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan, to conduct a thorough investigation and submit a report to the government.

In a statement, the Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the incident and conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families. Terming the loss “irreparable,” he assured that the governm

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