Udhayanidhi Stalin Defends Water Demand Amid Controversy

WHO:

Deccan Herald - Udhayanidhi Stalin, Leader of Opposition and DMK youth wing leader

The Hindu - Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan, Madras High Court

WHAT:

The Hindu - Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested on a complaint alleging he made misogynistic remarks directed at a film actor.

The Hindu - Udhayanidhi Stalin was released on Station Bail after being questioned for over an hour at the Sengipatti Police Station.

The Hindu - A petition seeking anticipatory bail was filed before the Madras High Court.

WHERE:

The Hindu - Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested in Chennai and brought to Thanjavur.

The Hindu - The questioning took place at Sengipatti Police Station in Thanjavur district.

WHEN:

The Hindu - Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested on August 3, 2026, during a demonstration on the Cauvery issue.

The Hindu - Udhayanidhi Stalin was released on Station Bail on August 4, 2026, at around 8:15 p.m.

WHY:

The Hindu - The arrest was made in connection with charges of making offensive remarks against a woman actor.

HOW:

The Hindu - Udhayanidhi Stalin was brought to Thanjavur by road after his arrest.

(UPDATED August 5, 2026 16:17 UTC)

Udhayanidhi Stalin, the Leader of Opposition and DMK youth wing leader, was arrested in Chennai for allegedly making misogynistic remarks directed at a film actor during a demonstration related to the Cauvery issue. After being questioned for over an hour at the Sengipatti Police Station in Thanjavur, he was released on Station Bail and a petition seeking anticipatory bail has been filed before the Madras High Court. Following his arrest, Udhayanidhi was transported to Thanjavur by road.