Synopsis: Tamil Nadu ADGP Davidson Devasirvatham has defended the decision to grant permission for a TVK rally in Karur, a day after a stampede at the event killed 40 people. Devasirvatham added that there was no evidence of unrest or stone-pelting. Disctict collector M Thangavelu said post-mortem examinations for 39 victims were completed overnight, and their bodies handed over to families.

Tamil Nadu Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Law and Order, Davidson Devasirvatham has defended the decision to grant permission for Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay’s rally in Karur and the security arrangements made, a day after a stampede at the event claimed 40 lives, including women and children.

“On September 23, Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam members submitted a petition reque

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