As directed by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, special camps under the #Ungaludan_Stalin initiative will be conducted across various locations in Karur District on 07.10.2025. I warmly invite all members of the public to actively participate in these camps and make full use of the government services being extended, reflecting our Hon’ble Chief Minister’s vision of taking welfare and governance directly to the people’s doorsteps.

As directed by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, our Party’s Deputy General Secretary and Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Poet Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, personally visited Karur to console the families of those who tragically lost their lives in the unforeseen crowd incident. On behalf of the Hon’ble Chief Minister, she extended financial assistance of ₹10 lakhs each from the Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund to the bereaved families, standing with them in this hour of grief and assuring the government’s unwavering support.

My heart remains heavy and weary from the cries and anguish that echoed through last night. My eyes trembled to even witness the faces of the innocent children whose lives were cut short before they could bloom. I extend my deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and my heartfelt solace to those injured in the tragic and unforeseen crowd incident in Karur yesterday. I am profoundly grateful to our Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. M.K. Stalin, who rushed to Karur in the midnight hours to personally console the bereaved families, ensure the best medical care for the injured, and stand as a pillar of support. I also express my sincere thanks to our Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister, Thiru. Udhayanidhi Stalin, who arrived in Karur this morning to pay floral tributes to the departed souls and extend comfort to the affected. On behalf of the people of Karur, I convey my gratitude to all Hon’ble Ministers who, upon hearing the tragic news, came without delay to extend their solidarity and support. I also record my heartfelt appreciation to the doctors, nurses, healthcare workers, officials of all departments, and our dedicated DMK administrators and volunteers who have been working tirelessly, day and night, to alleviate the pain of this tragedy. To every family affected by this heartbreaking incident, irrespective of which district they belong to, I give my solemn assurance that I will stand by them as one among their own, sharing in their grief and supporting them through this irreparable loss.

As directed by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and Leader of Good Governance, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, and with the blessings of the Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister, Youth Wing Secretary, and our dynamic leader Thiru. Udhayanidhi Stalin, a consultative meeting of the Namakkal East District DMK Youth Wing was held today with great success at the esteemed Professor Hall in the Kalaignar Arivalayam, Namakkal. The meeting brought together Youth Wing office-bearers and deputy organizers from district, city, area, town, union, and village levels. It was marked by the inspiring addresses of DMK Youth Wing Deputy Secretary and Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Thiru. K.E. Prakash, and Namakkal East District Secretary and Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Thiru. K.R.N. Rajeshkumar. The event also saw the participation of Hon’ble Namakkal MLA Thiru. P. Ramalingam, Youth Wing Deputy Secretary Thiru. C. Anandakumar, Namakkal East District Youth Wing Organizer Thiru. C. Vishwanath, along with Youth Wing administrators and representatives of local bodies, making it a significant and unifying gathering.

As directed by our Party President and Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, and with the blessings of the Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister and Youth Wing Secretary, our beacon of hope, Thiru. Udhayanidhi Stalin, a consultative meeting of Karur District DMK Youth Wing office-bearers—covering district, city, area, town, union, and village levels—was successfully held today at Aarthi Hotel, Alagammal Mahal, Karur. The meeting was graced by the special address of DMK Youth Wing Deputy Secretary and Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Thiru. K.E. Prakash, with the participation of Hon’ble MLAs and representatives of local bodies, making it a significant and inspiring gathering.

Recognizing that the dynamic leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, is essential for the continued progress and prosperity of our State, a total of 55 individuals — comprising 44 former members of the AIADMK and 11 former members of the PMK from Punchai Kadambankurichi Panchayat, Karur North Union, Karur Assembly Constituency — formally joined the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam today. Their decision to align with the DMK reflects the growing confidence in the Dravidian Model of Governance, which is dedicated to equality, social justice, and inclusive development. This significant moment not only strengthens the party’s presence in Karur but also reaffirms our collective commitment to building a stronger and more equitable Tamil Nadu under the visionary guidance of our Hon’ble Chief Minister.

With the noble vision of ensuring equal opportunities for all and building an inclusive and progressive Tamil Nadu, and under the golden governance of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, who champions the Dravidian Model of Good Governance, a preparatory meeting regarding the arrangements for the upcoming Kumbabishekam ceremony at Arulmigu Kalyana Venkataramanaswamy Temple, Thandoor Malai, Karur, was conducted today in Karur. The meeting focused on ensuring meticulous planning and smooth execution of the festival, reflecting the administration’s commitment to cultural preservation and community participation.

Recognizing that the leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, is essential for the progress of the State, Thiru. Paavan Thangavel, former AIADMK Coordinating Union Secretary from Thogaimalai, Kulithalai Constituency, Karur District, formally joined the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam today, reaffirming his commitment to the party’s vision and governance.

Under the visionary initiative of our Party President and Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, aimed at ensuring government services reach the doorsteps of the people, a special camp under the #WithYou_Stalin program was held today near the Uzavar Market, Gandhigram, Karur Municipal Corporation. During the camp, petitions and requests were received from residents of Ward 39. The event was graced by the presence of Thiru. Thangavel I.A.S., District Collector of Karur, along with representatives of local bodies and members of the public.

Under the visionary leadership and direction of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thalapathy M.K. Stalin, special camps under the #WithYou_Stalin initiative are scheduled to be held tomorrow at multiple locations across Karur District. These camps are designed to ensure that essential government services reach the doorsteps of the people efficiently and effectively. I warmly encourage all members of the public to actively participate, submit their petitions, and avail themselves of the various benefits being provided, reflecting our administration’s steadfast commitment to inclusive development, citizen welfare, and responsive governance.