Karur and the Collapse of Political Sense
The Karur tragedy is the deadliest political rally stampede in Indian history, claiming 41 lives, including 9 children. What’s most shameful is that it happened in a state known for its progressive politics. This incident has been widely covered in the media and discussed in detail by everyone. More than the blame game, what’s astonishing is that even after almost a week, neither the leader nor the second-rung or local functionaries have taken any kind of moral responsibility. It was their rally; they have to take responsibility. But what else can you expect from a party that relies solely on its leader’s face value and nothing else? They are absolutely clueless. The cadres, the local leaders, the second-rung functionaries, and Vijay himself. They were never prepared for this.These Saturday meetings are not organised rallies; they are uncontrolled mobs trying to catch a glimpse of their star, reckless, apolitical, and with no civic sense. Unlike other parties that have the experience a...