'Not afraid of arrest': Udhayanidhi's first response after police action
DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has been detained following a controversial remark made during a protest against the Tamil Nadu government. Stalin claims the video evidence against him is doctored and has vowed to challenge the legal proceedings, while his supporters continue to protest the government's actions.
Why it matters
The incident reflects escalating political tensions in Tamil Nadu between the DMK and the ruling TVK government, highlighting issues of free speech and political rivalry.
NEW DELHI: DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin on Tuesday reacted strongly to his detention over an alleged "distasteful double-meaning remark" made during a protest against the Vijay-led government in Tamil Nadu. The remark was made in response to the public chant of an actress's name at a gathering in Thanjavur.Udhayanidhi, himself an actor-turned-politician, claimed that the video of his speech being circulated was "doctored" and said he would challenge the matter legally.Calling it a "forged case," the leader of the opposition alleged that the Vijay-led TVK government has been filing false cases against DMK MLAs and engaging in horse-trading ever since it came to power.After being detained and taken into police custody, he told reporters, "Did I say anything wrong? Let the court decide."Udhayanidhi also added, "I did not name anybody and I did not speak in bad taste.
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