Indian Communist Party (CPI) State Secretary Veerapandiyan Manapparai has accused former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) of engaging in political maneuvering following the tragic stampede during a rally in Karur organized by the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor Vijay.Manapparai criticized EPS for politicizing the incident, suggesting that such actions were inappropriate during a period of mourning. He emphasized that the primary focus should be on the victims and their families, not on political gains.
The CPI leader also expressed concern over attempts to undermine the constitutional framework, alleging that certain forces were working to weaken democratic institutions. He reaffirmed the CPI’s commitment to supporting the current government in upholding democratic values and ensuring justice for the victims of the Karur incident.
This statement adds to the ongoing political discourse surrounding the Karur tragedy, with various parties offering differing perspectives on the causes and responsibilities associated with the incident.