Fri Sep 27 21:05:32 UTC 2024: ## Former Minister Senthil Balaji Meets Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin After Release From Jail
**Chennai:** Former Minister Senthil Balaji, who was recently released on bail by the Supreme Court after 471 days in prison, met with Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin at his residence in Chennai.
Udhayanidhi Stalin confirmed the meeting on his X account, sharing photographs of the encounter. In his post, he described Balaji’s imprisonment as a case of “political vendetta” by “fascist forces.” He further expressed happiness to welcome Balaji after his release and wished him continued success in his endeavors.
Balaji’s release was met with mixed reactions, with supporters hailing it as a victory against “political persecution” and critics raising questions about the ongoing corruption cases against him.
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