SIT chief conducts probe into TVK's rally stampede in Karur
Karur (PTI): The SIT headed by senior IPS officer Asra Garg, on Sunday conducted its probe into a stampede at TVK chief Vijay's rally here on September 27 in which 41 people died and nearly 60 were injured.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) was set up on the basis of the Madras High Court order on October 3.
The SIT comprises 11 police officers, including two Superintendent of Police officers among others, Garg said.
Earlier in the day, he visited the spots in Velusamypuram where the stampede took place.
Later, speaking to reporters, he said, "Hon'ble High Court has formed the Special Investigation Team (SIT). As you all see, we are conducting the investigation today by visiting the spots (where the incident occurred)."
To a query, he said, apart from him, two Superintendent of Police officers, one additional SP, two Deputy Superintendent of Police officials and five inspectors are part of the team.
"I cannot share any other details today," he said in his brief interaction with the media.
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Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren condoles death of Champai Soren's grandson
Ranchi (PTI): Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Wednesday condoled the death of Veer Soren, grandson of Champai Soren.
Veer Soren died at Kulu in Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday. He was 19.
"We are deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the sudden demise of Veer Soren, the grandson of Champai Soren, in Kulu. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace at the feet of Marang Buru, and may the grieving family be granted strength to bear this unbearable sorrow. In this hour of profound grief, we stand with them," Soren posted on X.
Former CM and BJP leader Champai Soren posted on X that his grandson died of a sudden illness in Himachal Pradesh.
"He was rushed to hospital on February 24 following sudden illness but could not be saved," Champai Soren posted on X.
