Tamil Nadu Stampede- The death toll has risen to 40 in the tragic Karur stampede on Sunday, confirmed Collector M Thangavel. Thangavel reiterated that the Tamil Nadu government has taken necessary steps to prevent further casualties and ensure public safety. The Tamil Nadu government has taken steps to prevent further deaths,” stated Karur Collector Thangavel. ---Advertisement---Karur stampede: Tamil Nadu: Karur Collector M. Thangavel says, "A total of 40 people have died in the stampede so far. Also Read: Tamil Nadu Stampede – FIR filed against Vijay’s top aides after 39 killed at TVK rally in Karur