Former Tamil Nadu Minister, Senthil Balaji, accused in cash-for-jobs scam, resigns after nearly 9 months since arrest by ED. The resignation comes after Madras High Court's query on his continuation as minister despite being under arrest for over 230 days. Balaji, who had been in charge of key departments, was denied bail thrice and underwent surgery for heart ailment while in custody. His resignation sparks political controversy amid claims of vendetta by the opposing parties.
The Madras High Court on Tuesday asked how Senthil Balaji could continue as a Minister in the state despite being arrested and being in custody for the past 230 days. The court also commented that.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain the bail plea of DMK minister V. Senthil Balaji, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case.