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The recent stampede in Karur marks one of Tamil Nadu’s most distressing incidents in recent memory, laying bare the cracks in governance and crisis management under the current DMK rule. What was meant to be a peaceful public gathering turned catastrophic, claiming several lives and eroding public confidence in the state’s leadership.
Families of the deceased continue to seek justice, while public trust in both the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) appears to be rapidly fading.
Administrative Negligence and Poor Planning
The disaster has reignited a broader debate over the DMK government’s approach to public safety. Critics allege that authorities ignored warnings of overcrowding, selected an unsuitable venue, and deployed inadequate security personnel. Opposition leaders argue this was not just a tragic mishap but a consequence of systemic neglect—evidence of a governance model struggling with inefficiency and apathy.
Repetition of Governance Failures
Unfortunately, the Karur tragedy fits into a larger pattern. In recent years, Tamil Nadu has witnessed several similar administrative lapses—from the Kallakurichi school unrest to the chaos at A.R. Rahman’s concert and the crowd mismanagement at the Chennai air show. Each event reveals a consistent failure to learn lessons or implement preventive measures. Instead of introspection, critics say, the DMK government seems caught in a cycle of complacency and denial.
Police Conduct and Political Overreach
Controversy deepened after reports surfaced that the Karur Superintendent of Police was absent during crucial moments. Eyewitness accounts also point to alleged police lathi charges on distressed crowds and FIRs against those who filmed the tragedy. Opposition leaders and activists view this as another example of how law enforcement has become politicized—more concerned with image management than citizen protection.
Questions of Transparency
Post-tragedy developments have only intensified public suspicion. Quick post-mortems, rushed funerals, and alleged power outages at the venue have led to speculation of a cover-up. Critics believe the DMK’s decision to form a one-man inquiry panel was aimed at avoiding external scrutiny, including a possible CBI probe.
Political Fallout and Shifting Ground
DMK ministers’ hospital visits and press interactions appeared more defensive than empathetic, while TVK’s leadership delivered an indecisive and uncoordinated response. Amid this chaos, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)—led by the BJP and AIADMK—has positioned itself as a credible, disciplined alternative, emphasizing its commitment to accountability and effective governance.
Reference link : https://www.oneindia.com/chennai/karur-stampede-exposes-tamil-nadu-s-governance-crisis-under-dmk-rule-7902477.html
