Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 28 (ANI): Union Minister L Murugan on Sunday expressed condolences to the families affected by the Karur stampede that left 40 people dead and several others injured.

While speaking to the media here, the union minister said, "We extend our deepest condolences to the families affected by the tragic incident in Karur. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has spoken with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin regarding the situation and assured him that the Centre is ready to provide all necessary assistance. He has also sought an explanation from the concerned officials."

Meanwhile, the death toll from the stampede at actor Vijay's political rally for the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in Karur on Saturday evening has risen to 40.

On Saturday, the massive

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