A gathering to receive welfare assistance turned tense after the distribution reportedly ended, triggering unrest among women at the venue.

Witnesses said several women jostled in the crowd to secure the benefits, with some falling to the ground amid the rush.

The heavy congestion led to panic when a few women experienced breathlessness, prompting concern among those present.

Police personnel at the spot were seen struggling to bring the crowd under control as the situation escalated suddenly.

The incident was reported in a video shared by Dinamalar on July 8, 2026.