Udhayanidhi Stalin Freed After High Court Order, DMK Cadres Protest Across Tamil Nadu
High-profile arrest over a 'double-meaning' remark raises concerns about free speech.
Nearly four hours after his arrest over a "double-meaning" remark alluding to actor Trisha, Udhayanidhi Stalin was released from police custody by the Madras High Court's order. He faced charges including use of obscene words and promoting enmity. The court directed him to cooperate with further investigation while allowing his release on station bail. DMK cadres staged protests across Tamil Nadu in response to his arrest.
4 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
AIADMK chief Edappadi Palaniswami demanded the Tamil Nadu government drop arrest proceedings against Udhayanidhi Stalin ahead of the Assembly session.
— The Hindu
Udhayanidhi Stalin, Tamil Nadu Leader of the Opposition, was arrested for alleged misogynist remarks and released on station bail after questioning.
— NDTV
Udhayanidhi Stalin was released after questioning in Thanjavur, while Vijay was labeled a "dummy Chief Minister" by Stalin and his supporters.
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