Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel have been deployed at Omandurar Government Medical College as Tamil Nadu Electricity Minister V Senthil Balaji undergoes medical examination following his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case.
The ED took V Senthil Balaji into custody on Monday night after conducting raids at his Karur residence and his office at the state secretariat. The DMK leader was subsequently brought to the hospital for questioning and medical evaluation. The presence of the RAF indicates the tense atmosphere surrounding the situation.
High drama unfolded outside the hospital as supporters of V Senthil Balaji gathered to protest against the ED’s action. In a distressing scene, the minister broke down while being taken into custody, raising concerns about his well-being.
DMK MP and lawyer NR Elango, who visited V Senthil Balaji in the hospital, stated that the minister has been shifted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for medical attention. Elango mentioned that doctors are currently evaluating his health condition and noting down any injuries sustained during the alleged assault. Official confirmation of the minister’s arrest is yet to be received from the ED.
Meanwhile, DMK minister Udhayanidhi Stalin assured that V Senthil Balaji is undergoing treatment and that the party will handle the situation legally. He also expressed confidence in facing the political challenges posed by the BJP-led central government.
The DMK leaders have alleged that V Senthil Balaji complained of chest pain during the ED officials’ custody. They further claimed that the minister appeared unconscious when he was taken to the hospital. The situation remains tense as supporters and party members gather to show solidarity with the minister.
In the wake of the ED’s actions, Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Udhyanithi Stalin, Health Minister M Subramaniyan, Public Works and Highways Minister EV Velu, HR and CE Minister Sekar Babu, along with several DMK supporters, arrived at the hospital to meet V Senthil Balaji.
The case against V Senthil Balaji revolves around allegations of money laundering. The ED conducted raids not only at the minister’s residence and office but also at the premises of his brother and a close aide in Karur.
V Senthil Balaji, a key figure in the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government, serves as the Minister for Electricity, Prohibition, and Excise. As investigations proceed, the controversy surrounding his arrest and the alleged money laundering case continue to unfold, raising questions about the political landscape and legal implications.
The developments in this case are being closely monitored, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
