Compassionate Jobs for Karur Stampede Victims’ Kin: Madras High Court’s Verdict

The Madras High Court allowed Tamil Nadu to issue compassionate appointment orders to families of the 41 Karur stampede victims but directed that the jobs remain temporary, subject to the outcome of pending proceedings. The Court declined to interfere with the government’s policy decision at this stage.

“Allegations False”: TVK Leaders Move Madras High Court For Pre-Arrest Bail In Karur Stampede Case

TVK leaders Bussy Anand and CT Nirmal Kumar, named in the Karur stampede FIR that killed 41, told the Madras High Court allegations against them are “false” and “politically motivated.” Police, however, blame TVK’s mismanagement for the tragedy.