CBI Directs TVK President Vijay to Appear for Third Round of Questioning in Karur Stampede Case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has formally requested TVK president Vijay to appear before investigators on March 15 for the third round of questioning related to the Karur stampede case. This development follows Vijay's earlier request for additional time, citing pressing election-related commitments that required his immediate attention.
CBI Rejects Venue Change Request from Vijay
In a significant move, the CBI has declined Vijay's appeal to conduct the questioning session either in Chennai or at any other location within Tamil Nadu. Instead, the agency has explicitly instructed him to present himself at their designated office in New Delhi. This decision underscores the CBI's firm stance on maintaining procedural protocols and ensuring the investigation proceeds without geographical constraints.
Former DMK Minister V Senthil Balaji to Appear on March 17
Simultaneously, former DMK minister V Senthil Balaji, who has also received a summons from the CBI, has confirmed his intention to cooperate with the investigation. Balaji announced via a social media post on platform X that he will appear in person before the agency on March 17. He addressed circulating reports about the summons, noting some contradictory information, and stated, "I will appear in person and give the necessary clarifications to their questions."
Political Reactions and Allegations Surface
The issuance of notices has sparked political commentary, with TVK joint general secretary CTR Nirmal Kumar asserting that Balaji should be the primary individual questioned in this case. Kumar referenced allegations from multiple ministers, a central team, and BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran, who have pointed to Balaji as a key figure behind the stampede incident. This highlights the ongoing political tensions and the complex web of accusations surrounding the case.
The Karur stampede case continues to unfold with these latest developments, as the CBI intensifies its probe into the circumstances that led to the tragic event. The agency's insistence on Vijay's appearance in New Delhi, coupled with Balaji's scheduled questioning, indicates a meticulous approach to gathering evidence and testimonies from all involved parties.
