Actor-politician Vijay has announced financial assistance for those affected by the tragic stampede that took place at his rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu.

At least 39 people were killed and 56 others injured during the incident on Saturday evening. Vijay announced an ex-gratia of Rs 20 lakh for the families of each deceased victim and Rs 2 lakh for those injured.

Terming the incident an “irreparable loss,” Vijay wrote on X (formerly Twitter):

“The faces of all of you whom I have met keep flashing through my mind. The more I think of my loved ones who show affection and care, the more my heart slips further from its place.

My heart and mind are overwhelmed with profound heaviness. In the midst of the immense grief of losing our loved ones, I am at a loss for words to express the pain my hea

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