The Karur stampede is yet to fade from the memory of the voters at Velusamypuram

Velusamypuram, located on the outskirts of Karur on the Karur-Erode Highway, witnessed brisk polling. The area is where a tragedy occurred during a rally, resulting in the death of 41 persons, including nine children. The incident happened when crowds swelled and went out of control after the rally's scheduled time. Many questions remain unanswered about the tragedy.