Goa, Jan. 12 -- TVK chief and actor Vijay told CBI investigators that neither his party nor its functionaries were responsible for the deadly Karur stampede, sources said on Monday. During over six hours of questioning, Vijay stated that he left the venue as he felt his continued presence could trigger chaos and disorder.

Sources added that TVK functionaries questioned earlier had taken a similar stand. The statements will now be analysed and cross-verified with police officials' claims, which have alleged that a delay by the actor contributed to the incident.

Vijay appeared before the CBI in Delhi in connection with the September 27, 2025 stampede that claimed 41 lives and injured over 60 people. He arrived by chartered flight and comp...