‘Carry own coffin’: Death of 37-year-old man at Vijay’s rally in Salem triggers fresh political crossfire

A 37-year-old man's death at a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam rally in Salem has sparked political criticism over crowd safety. The deceased, a heart patient, reportedly collapsed from chest pain. Rival parties, including AIADMK and BJP, questioned the party's arrangements, while the ruling DMK raised concerns about potential fatalities before elections. TVK stated they had advised unwell individuals against attending.