Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) President, K. Selvaperunthagai, on Monday appealed to all political leaders to rise above partisan politics and focus on relief for families affected by the deadly stampede at actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) rally in Karur.

Speaking to reporters at Chennai airport before leaving for the affected district, he said it was “deeply painful” to watch some leaders turn a tragedy into a political weapon.

“When 41 people have died, how can anyone think of politics? This is a time of grief, not blame,” Selvaperunthagai said, urging parties to stand united and help survivors and bereaved families instead of trading accusations.

The September 27 rally at Velayuthampalayam in Karur turned into a nightmare when thousands surged forw

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