Second death at Vijay's rally: man dies after poisoning near venue
Second death at Vijay's rally: man dies after poisoning near venue
A second death linked to actor Vijay's TVK rally in Tamil Nadu as a man dies after poisoning near the venue in Salem, prompting safety concerns at political gatherings.
A second death linked to the rally was reported in Tamil Nadu after a 50-year-old porter who had traveled to Salem for the event died following poisoning near the venue. His body was found outside the gathering area, and officials say the man consumed poison close to the rally grounds, raising questions about crowd safety at politically charged events. The incident adds to a tense atmosphere surrounding the campaign as supporters and critics alike watch closely for how organizers handle security and crowd management.
Across the rally, reports described a charged atmosphere with visible tensions between attendees and members of the press, as well as political barbs exchanged during the proceedings. Observers say the ongoing campaign has intensified emotions and highlighted the challenges of maintaining order at large public gatherings.
Authorities say investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the poisoning and any potential connections to earlier incidents at the same rally. Campaign organizers have urged calm as turnout remains high, with residents of Salem monitoring developments as campaigning continues amid heightened safety concerns for participants.
