**BJP Reaches Out to Vijay’s TVK Post-Karur Stampede: Report**
*By Snehil Singh | Oct 04, 2025, 03:32 PM*
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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reportedly reached out to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) following the tragic stampede at a rally in Karur. The incident, which occurred on September 27, resulted in 41 deaths and was attributed to overcrowding and alleged mismanagement.
TVK, headed by actor-turned-politician Vijay, has been a vocal critic of both the Dravidian major Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the BJP during his rallies. Despite this, the BJP now sees an opportunity to leverage Vijay’s popularity to bolster its position ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections.
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### Political Strategy: National Parties Eye Tamil Nadu
A senior BJP leader has assured TVK that the party would support them if they face unfair targeting by the DMK. Similarly, the Congress party has also reached out to TVK, signaling that national parties are eager to make inroads into Tamil Nadu politics through emerging players.
The BJP believes that TVK’s influence, backed by Vijay’s widespread appeal, could be pivotal in shaping voter sentiment in the upcoming polls.
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### BJP’s Criticism of DMK
The BJP has blamed the DMK government for alleged negligence that led to the Karur stampede. According to BJP leaders, Vijay alone cannot be held responsible for the tragedy.
Despite its outreach to TVK, the BJP remains cautious not to disrupt its alliance with the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), which continues to play a crucial role in its southern political ambitions.
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### DMK Responds to Accusations
In response, DMK chief MK Stalin accused the BJP and the central government of exploiting the Karur tragedy for political gain ahead of elections. He questioned the absence of similar reactions during other national tragedies and condemned the BJP’s approach.
Additionally, the DMK’s mouthpiece, *Murasoli*, criticized Vijay for his recent video statement challenging state authorities to arrest him, labeling the act as arrogant and attention-seeking.
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### Realignment and Political Concerns
The BJP is actively working to expand its footprint in Tamil Nadu by mending ties with the AIADMK and initiating alliance talks. However, there are concerns within the party regarding AIADMK’s diminishing political strength to effectively contest the DMK-led coalition.
A senior BJP official remarked that the political landscape in Tamil Nadu today differs markedly from the past era when AIADMK benefited from charismatic leadership.
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As Tamil Nadu gears up for the 2026 assembly elections, the evolving political dynamics involving BJP, TVK, AIADMK, and DMK will be critical to watch. The aftermath of the Karur tragedy appears to have triggered significant realignments among key players eager to consolidate influence in the state.
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