Chennai: Chief Minister sir… if you have revenge plans, do anything to me. Don’t touch my leaders, said TVK Chief and actor Vijay on Tuesday. Vijay in his video message said that CM sir I will be at home or in office through video message.

In this message he pointed out about the Karur stampede incident which caused to the death of 41 people on Saturday evening. He alleged that CM Stalin and the DMK hinted darkly at a conspiracy ahead of next year’s election. We did nothing wrong except speaking at the designated spot. But police cases have been filed against our leaders, friends, and social media partners, he added.

TVK failed to follow crowd safety measures. My political journey will continue with renewed vigour. In his message this evening Vijay declared neither he nor his party had done anything wrong and had followed protocol, including ensuring the rally was held at a safe location.

During the tour we wanted no compromise on people’s safety… we set aside all political issues and sought permission from the police for such (safe) places. But… what should not have happened, happened. I have never faced such a painful situation. My heart is full of pain.

The people who died came out of their love for me. I am indebted to them for this love, he said. I am human too. How can I leave when so many were affected. I wanted to go back… but that could have led to more untoward incidents. So I avoided returning, he added.

He also pointed out the TVK had held rallies in other districts. Why in Karur? he asked.