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“I Manufacture Talent, I Don’t Look For Talent”: Sadhguru At Isha Leadership Academy’s “Human Is Not A Resource” Program 2023

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The Commune
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“I make talent. I manufacture talent. I don’t look for talent. All I’m looking for is those who are devoted to the purpose. Rest we can do,” remarked Sadhguru in a recorded interview played at the annual “Human Is Not A Resource” Leadership Program organised by Isha Leadership Academy.  

The picturesque and powerfully energized Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore, hosted the three-day leadership program, from June 9- June 11, 2023. Envisioned by Sadhguru, the program is distinguished for its unique focus on unpacking human potential in business.

When asked about his magical ability to mould less-experienced people to handle key positions, Sadhguru pointed out, “It’s management. It’s not magic.  The moment you call it magic, you are taking away the value of it. ” 

“We are essentially talking about managing situations or managing people. They’re not two different things. But generally, everybody tries to manage situations.  It’s best you manage people. If you manage people, if you keep them at their best, situations will be fine,” explained Sadhguru.

Earlier on Day 2 of the “Human Is Not A Resource” (HINAR) witnessed S. Somanath, Chairman, Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) taking center stage. The ISRO Chief revealed the organisation does not have a designated HR department and it is the role of leaders to generate passion and involvement in each one of those joining the ISRO. 

“The secret is to create passion and involvement in each person. We don’t have an HR department to evaluate, mentor, or move people around. We do this ourselves. As much as I look at rockets, I look at people. And like me, there are many leaders in the organisation who do this function,”

Contrary to premier organisations looking to hire from IITs, the ISRO chief revealed that only a few of them are in ISRO.  Attributing nurturing talent as an important element in building institutions, he added, “The talent is immense in this country. And you have to only explore those talents and then create an ecosystem by which they can really grow to a level you will surpass the brilliant people around the country and around the world.” 

Anuradha Razdan, Executive Director HR, Hindustan Unilever; CHRO, Unilever South Asia, delved into Hindustan Unilever Limited’s (HUL) ability to churn leader after leader. HUL is often referred the “CEO Factory” in the corporate circle as its alumni go on to occupy the CEO, and CXOs positions across corporates in India. 

“We have produced leader after leader, across generations. The one thing that ties them together is the mindset of ‘leaders building leaders’. This is something that we have been able to sustain and grow,” stated Ms Razdan. 

The three days of HINAR witnessed participants getting a unique opportunity to interact and pick the minds of the  Resource Leaders, who are industry veterans, and mentor the participants individually. Industry veterans- Samit Ghosh, Founder, Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Ltd.; Vasanthi Srinivasan, Professor, IIM Bangalore; Amit Anchal, Board Member, Ola Electric; Himanshu Saxena, Founder & CEO – Centre of Strategic Mindset (COSM) and Pratik Pal, CEO, Tata Digital joined to share their wisdom nuggets to a diverse set of participants who are thought leaders, business and HR heads from organisations across India. 

Ashutosh Pandey, MD & CEO at Mahindra First Choice Wheels, and Moumita Sen Sarma, Isha Leadership Academy kept the participants engaged as Program Anchors for HINAR 2023. 

Human is NOT a Resource (HINAR) is an annual leadership program organised by the Isha Leadership Academy. The 3 days program brings together thought leaders, business, and HR practitioners from diverse fields to discuss practical steps to enable a paradigm shift from human beings as resources to human beings as possibilities. The participants also undertake yoga and meditation sessions to strengthen their ability to respond consciously and lead effectively in a highly dynamic world. 

Over 12 years ago, Sadhguru founded Isha Leadership Academy to provide the highest quality leadership education by combining external skill sets with tools for well-being. Isha Leadership Academy focuses on cultivating leadership as an innate and intuitive process – beyond strategies or techniques. Its guiding principle is the importance of first managing one’s own mind, body, and energies, in order to manage external situations and people.  

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DMK IT Wing Member Spews Casteist Slur At India Today Woman Journalist For Calling Out Senthil Balaji’s “Chest Pain” Drama

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The Commune
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In a distressing incident, Akshita Nandagopal, a woman journalist from India Today, was subjected to casteist slurs by Dravidian Stockists for daring to question the chest pain drama of DMK Minister Senthil Balaji during his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the early hours of 14 June 2023.

While the caste of journalist Akshita Nandagopal remains unknown, she was targeted with derogatory remarks, referred to as “Nooliban” – a term used by Dravidian Stockists to insult Brahmins.

Earlier today, the Enforcement Directorate arrested DMK Liquor Minister V Senthil Balaji after conducting searches at his premises as part of a money laundering investigation. Balaji was taken into custody for questioning following the raids carried out on Tuesday.

Amidst tight security, the ED brought Senthil Balaji to the Omandurar government hospital in Chennai for a medical examination due to his complaints of chest pain. The scene outside the hospital turned into high drama as the DMK leader arrived, visibly shedding tears of pain while lying inside a car. His supporters gathered to protest against the ED’s actions.

However, common people began to question the authenticity of Balaji’s chest pain, accusing him of acting to evade arrest by the Enforcement Directorate. Akshita Nandagopal, India Today’s deputy editor, took a jibe at the minister’s acting skills, referring to him as the new “Ulaga Nayagan” (Universal Hero) of acting.

In a tweet, she stated, “Did the blockage appear just now or did he ignore the symptoms till now? Didn’t DMK leaders go on record to claim Senthil Balaji was ‘physically assaulted’ by the ED and hence was taken to the hospital? Wish Mr. Balaji a speedy recovery but won’t stop asking questions.”

However, instead of engaging in a meaningful dialogue, Akshita faced casteist slurs and abuse. Although her caste background was not public knowledge, she was targeted as a Brahmin and subjected to derogatory remarks.

Responding to Akshita’s tweet, a member of DMK’s IT wing named “Surya Born To Win” retorted, “Let the ADMK slaves, BJP Sanghis, and NTK Thumbies call the chest pain of Minister Senthil Balaji drama. But what are the Sanghis with ‘Nool’ in the disguise of journalists going to say about the recommendations of doctors led by ESI hospital run by the Union Government? Drama?”

The IT wing member further hurled casteist slurs at Akshita, labeling her a ‘Nooliban’ journalist and dismissing her questions. He stated, “Blockage can appear anytime, you know? It is not necessary to have symptoms of blockage. Do you know that? Yes, it is true. Due to the physical harassment (by the ED), he (Senthil Balaji) got chest pain.”

Despite the casteist slurs directed at her, Akshita responded by saying, “Caste toolkit activated,” highlighting the regressive behavior of Dravidian Stockists.

This incident triggered a wave of backlash on social media, with many expressing their disappointment over the abuse directed at a journalist for merely fulfilling her duty of asking pertinent questions.

This is not the first time that DMK leaders and its cadres have abused woman journalists.

Audio leak fame DMK Minister PTR Palanivel Thiagarajan had hounded woman journalists multiple times specifically those belonging to the Brahmin community.

He had abused business news journalist Chandra R Srikanth by invoking her caste identity who had had put out a tweet that a top leader’s son was involved in a mega land grab.

PTR had made personal remarks against The Hindu Publishing Group’s Chairperson Malini Parthasarathy who had tweeted about Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi’s clarification on the Tamil Nadu versus Thamizhagam debate.

Prior to that, he had attacked Malini Parthasarathy for sharing Isha Foundation’s response to the DMK minister’s diatribe which The Hindu had carried in the form of an article.

When he was the DMK IT Wing head, PTR had indulged in denigrating Sandhya Ravishankar who had exposed some of the false rhetoric of the Pollachi Sexual Abuse case.

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Netizens Question Deafening Silence Of Actor Suriya Amid Tamil Nadu Students Topping NEET Exam

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The Commune
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In a remarkable display of talent and dedication, four students from Tamil Nadu have secured a place in the top 10 ranks of the NEET 2023 examination. This news comes as a moment of pride for the state, especially considering the opposition the exam has faced in recent years. However, amidst the celebrations, popular actor Surya, who has been a vocal critic of the NEET exam, has chosen to remain silent, drawing criticism from netizens.

The NEET 2023 results were announced yesterday, and Prabanjan J from Tamil Nadu and Bora Varun Chakravarthi from Andhra Pradesh emerged as the toppers with a perfect score of 720. Joining them in the top 10 ranks are three other bright students from Tamil Nadu—Kaustav Bauri, Surya Siddharth N, and Varun S.

It is noteworthy to mention that Kautav Bauri, a Scheduled Caste candidate from Tamil Nadu, has secured the third rank rubbing it in the face of pseudo-social justice warriors.

These students have exhibited exceptional talent and determination, and deserve heartfelt congratulations for their impressive achievements.

Tamil Nadu BJP state president K Annamalai congratulated the students on their stellar performance and highlighted the significance of their success in Tamil Nadu. He emphasized that the results serve as a lesson to political parties such as the DMK, who have politicized the NEET examination. Annamalai praised NEET for providing a level playing field to all aspiring doctors, irrespective of their backgrounds.

However, the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has consistently opposed the NEET exam, citing concerns about its potential discrimination against students from disadvantaged backgrounds and those studying in state boards.

The current situation has brought attention to an old tweet by actor Surya, in which he expressed his belief that the NEET exam is biased against Tamil students. Netizens are now questioning the actor’s silence and his failure to congratulate the successful Tamil students who excelled in the exam.

Actor Surya had previously encouraged people to voice their concerns by writing to the AK Rajan committee, established by the DMK government, to examine the impact of NEET on Tamil students. In a statement released on June 19, 2021, he claimed that the “single-choice system” of determining eligibility was against social justice and criticized the exam for hindering the educational prospects of underprivileged students.

“An examination like NEET is not only against the interest of the student but also against the interest of the state,” the actor said. He has also asked that all education should be brought under the state list and that all should political parties should unite for the cause. “In a country like India where there are many different languages, cultures and cultural differences, education needs to be a state right. That is the only permanent solution. I urge all political parties to work together on the principle of ‘State Right to Education’, the statement read.

He added, “The dream of thousands of poor students who studied with the ambition of becoming a doctor was set on fire by NEET exam’. The scars of the injury it caused will not disappear for a long time. The panel, headed by Justice AK Rajan, appointed by the Tamil Nadu government, has asked the public to comment on the implications of the NEET test. We need to make people aware of the seriousness of the impact of the ‘NEET’, which has called into question the future of our children. I would like to ask the students and their families to register their grievances on the impact of NEET on or before June 23 by sending an email to neetimpact2021@gmail.com”

Earlier in 2020, Suriya called NEET and other entrance exams as ‘Manu Needhi’ exams saying that such exams brought out by the government amplified inequalities in society.

However, with Tamil Nadu students demonstrating their brilliance and succeeding in the NEET examination, the silence of actor Surya has sparked controversy. Social media users argue that the actor should acknowledge the accomplishments of these students and recognize their hard work, given his strong stance against the exam.

As the debate surrounding NEET continues, netizens eagerly await a response from actor Surya. The achievements of Tamil Nadu students in the NEET 2023 exam not only highlight their talent but also raise questions about the validity of claims made against the examination.

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The New Murasoli: TNM’s Shabbir Ahmed Bends Backwards To Prove Senthil Balaji Arrest Is Politically Motivated

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Hydra
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Alleged ‘journalist’ Shabbir Ahmed of Dravidian Stockist propaganda outlet The News Minute (TNM) has gone out of his way to portray the arrest of DMK Liquor Minister Senthil Balaji as an act of revenge by the BJP which has happened just days after Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit.  

The News Minute, as expected, has cried foul and their journalist, Shabbir Ahmed in this nearly 20-minute video tries to explain the details of the arrest of the minister alleging it to be a handiwork of the BJP to crackdown on political opponents.

He begins by asking the question as to why the Enforcement Directorate (ED) had to conduct the raid now, that too for a scam that happened nearly a decade ago, highlighting the AIADMK reign when it happened. He also stresses the point that the ED harassed Senthil Balaji, which has been peddled by the DMK to play victim card.

In this video, he compares the arrests of Partha Chatterjee of West Bengal with that of Senthil Balaji. He says that even though this action has come in response to the scam, he emphatically believes that there is a political angle to this arrest and that such moves were made basically to break parties and make politicians change affiliations and “move to the BJP”.

He also questions the need to arrest Senthil Balaji at midnight as the investigation was ongoing and that since he is a minister in the state cabinet, there was no risk of him fleeing.

Will Senthil Balaji Be Removed From His Position As A Minister? Asks Shabbir Worriedly

Shabbir Ahmed seemed genuinely concerned about whether Senthil Balaji will be allowed to continue as a minister post his arrest and filing of charges. He talks about the arrest of a former cabinet minister in the Kejriwal-led Delhi government, Satyendar Jain, who he said continued as a minister despite his arrest and it was only after about 14 months after the arrest that he resigned. He also speaks about Manish Sisodia, former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, and mentioned that after he was arrested, Sisodia resigned from his post. So will Senthil Balaji be able to continue as minister or will he have to resign, very sincerely worries Shabbir. 

DMK Is Ready For The Next Steps Says Shabbir Confidently

Shabbir very confidently indicates that there is a political shade to the ED raids and the arrest of Senthil Balaji. He also speaks gloriously about how Senthil Balaji rose up the ranks in a very short period of time: 

As soon as he joined the DMK, Senthil Balaji was made the DMK Karur District Secretary in 2019. In 2021, he was made the minister and enjoys great support in the Kongu region.  

Shabbir continues to sing paeans about Senthil Balaji saying he is a powerful minister and is very close to the Chief Minister MK Stalin and that could be a reason that many were targeting him.

Shabbir also went on to add that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was looking to capture power (win seats in Tamil Nadu) and this could be possible only if Senthil Balaji was removed from the picture. He mentions that Senthil Balaji’s influence over the people and planning and strategy caused a setback to AIADMK in the recent local elections.

According to Shabbir, IT raids in general, are a way to “finish” an entire network of politicians, now again his concern for the Minister is seen as he wonders whether after this arrest, will Senthil Balaji be able to work effectively.

He says that such an attack on Senthil Balaji by the central government is a clear message to the DMK and that he was worried about how MK Stalin will handle this politically and legally.

This is not the first time Shabbir Ahmed blatantly does this, even political analyst Savukku Shankar agrees. 

The Commune Mag had earlier reported on how Shabbir shamelessly justified the usurpation of a village by the Waqf board and how his ground reports on the hooch tragedy in May 2023 completely ignored the DMK connections to the incident and shifted the blame on the authorities. He doesn’t stop there – there have been many instances where he has bent backwards to prove his loyalty to the ruling dispensation in Tamil Nadu – here are some articles for you to read:

DMK D-Stock Media Cry Foul Over Tamizh Thaai Vaazhthu In Karnataka

Annamalai Wont Apologise, Takes D-Stock Media To Cleaners 

Shabbir Assaulted By DMK Goons

It will be a good reminder at this juncture that the same Shabbir Ahmed was assaulted by DMK goons in 2014 while covering the elections.

It would do well for The News Minute to change its current named to The New Murasoli as they keep parroting the DMK line time and again. 

(Hydra is a freelance writer and columnist.)

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Blast From The Past: This Is What Karunanidhi Said About Senthil Balaji

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The Commune
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Amidst the ongoing drama surrounding the arrest of Prohibition and Excise Minister of Tamil Nadu, Senthil Balaji by the Enforcement Directirate (ED) in connection with the transport job scam, a Facebook post made in 2016 from Karunanidhi’s official account is doing the rounds on social media.

The post mentioned the High Court’s order on the cash-for-jobs scam in which Senthil Balaji has been accused and is now arrested. Karunanidhi in the Facebook post goes on to mention that Senthil Balaji has been accused of collecting a sum of ₹4.25 crores through his assistant from numerous individuals, promising them employment opportunities in the transport corporation. However, the jobs were not provided, and the money was not returned.

“Question – In the case pertaining to former Minister Senthil Balaji who has been accused of fraud by promising government jobs for money, the Madras High Court has said that there is no bar on him in contesting election?”, reads the question.

Karunanidhi’s reply goes thus: “Even though the court has not barred him from contesting election, the High Court has directed the police to file an affidavit regarding the status of the case pertaining to the fraud case on Senthil Balaji by coming 7th of the month. According to the details of the case, it is alleged that ₹4.25 crore was given to the minister through his assistant, which the latter had collected from many people to place them in various jobs including drivers and conductors in the transport corporation. But the neither got the job nor their money was returned. The same complaint is there on many ministers. But now a complaint has reached the High Court.”

 

Senthil Balaji, today a close confidante of the current Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin, had been accused of the same crimes by MK Stalin himself in the past, creating an ironic turn of events.

Back in 2021, the Chennai police filed a chargesheet against Senthil Balaji, along with 46 others, including retired and serving officers, in connection with a recruitment scam.

According to sources, out of the 47 accused mentioned by the Chennai City Crime Branch job fraud wing, 33 individuals secured positions in various Transport Corporations, including MTC Chennai, by paying bribes to Senthil Balaji, who was the minister at the time, through his aides in 2014-15. The High Court had ordered a reinvestigation into the recruitment scam, specifically regarding the hiring of reserve crew drivers, conductors, Junior Trades Men, Junior Assistant (JA), Junior Engineer (JE), and Assistant Engineer (AE) in all the Transport Corporations.

Investigations revealed collusion between Senthil Balaji, his close associates, and various officials during the appointment process, abusing their positions of authority. The appointment orders were allegedly issued based on fraudulent lists provided by Balaji, rather than on merit. His aides, B Shanmugam and M Karthikeyan were accused of collecting large sums of money from the candidates on his behalf.

The recent events surrounding the ED raids and subsequent arrest of Senthil Balaji have reignited public attention on the alleged recruitment scam. As the case progresses, it remains to be seen how the legal proceedings and investigations unfold, shedding light on the extent of the alleged fraudulent activities and the involvement of various individuals implicated in the scandal.

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Did DMK Liquor Minister Senthil Balaji Piss In His Pants On Being Arrested?

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The Commune
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DMK Liquor Minister V Senthil Balaji, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) at around 4 AM on 14 June 2023, after conducting searches at his premises including his official residence on Greenways Road in Chennai and his office at the State Secretariat in connection with a money laundering case.

These searches are part of an ongoing investigation allegedly for his involvement in a job recruitment scam during his tenure as the transport minister in the erstwhile Jayalalithaa government between 2011 and 2015.

Following the raid on his properties on Tuesday (13 June 2023), the ED took the DMK leader into custody for questioning.

Under tight security, Senthil Balaji was taken to the Omandurar government hospital in Chennai for a medical examination early on Wednesday, as he had complained of “experiencing chest pain”.

Dramatic scenes unfolded as the DMK leader arrived at the hospital. He was seen crying while lying inside a car and kicking those who were trying to get him out of the car.

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Many netizens pointed out wetness in his pants speculating that the DMK Minister urinated out of fear.

One netizen wrote “Good news as I woke up. Liquor Minister Senthil Balaji who was apprehended for investigation enacts drama like Kalaignar (Karunanidhi). He has urinated too!”

 

Another netizen wrote “No Sangi during arrest ever shouted ‘Ayayo.. they’re killing me’ (referring to Karunanidhi’s arrest) or pissed in his pants (referring to Senthi Balaji)”

“The thief who pissed in his pants out of fear”, wrote another.

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“For one day arrest itself, they’re pissing in their pants. They must’ve sh*t in their pants during MISA (Emergency”, wrote a Naam Tamilar Katchi supporter.

“Hey you Sanghis, you made the poor guy pee in his pants”, wrote a BJP supporter.

 

A Twitterati asked a doctor whether pissing in pants or kicking action are symptoms of cardiac arrest or health related issues.

Responding to this, senior cardiologist Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy said that it may be because the person is having low supply of oxygen to the brain or may be having seizures due to cardiac arrest.

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Senthil Balaji is currently under medical examination at the Omandurar Government Hospital.

DMK’s Propaganda On NEET Goes Bust Again: TN Student Secures 1st Rank, 4 Students In Top 10, Highest Ever Tally In Top 50

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The Commune
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The DMK and its allies like the VCK, MDMK and Communists have been blindly opposing the NEET medical entrance exam, ever since it was made mandatory by the Supreme Court. These parties along with their minions in the media have successfully peddled a narrative demonising the exam saying that it puts students from rural, socially and economically deprived students at disadvantage.

However, the students of Tamil Nadu have been coming out with shining colours smashing the propaganda of the pseudo-social justice warriors to smithereens.

This year, Tamil Nadu achieved its highest-ever count in the top 50 positions of the exam, including producing the country’s highest scorer and ranking as the state with the third-highest number of high achievers. This is a significant contrast from five years ago when the state had no representation among the top scorers which education experts and teacher attribute to the poor standard of Samacheer Kalvi (Tamil Nadu government) books.

Among the top 10 ranks, four were secured by candidates from Tamil Nadu. Prabhanjan J, from Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, shared the top spot with Bora Varun Chakravarthi from Andhra Pradesh, both achieving a perfect score of 720. Additionally, Kautav Bauri, a Scheduled Caste candidate from Tamil Nadu, secured the third position.

Historical data indicates that in 2019 and 2021, Tamil Nadu had no representation in the top 50 ranks. However, last year, two candidates from the state made it to this league, and this year, with six candidates in the top ranks, it marks the state’s highest tally ever, ranking only behind Delhi with eight candidates and Rajasthan with seven.

This trend aligns with the recent increase in the number of students from Tamil Nadu who fall within the top 95 percentile of qualifying candidates.

The total number of students in Tamil Nadu who scored in the 95th percentile and above has doubled from 2,307 students (1.87% of total candidates) in the past to 4,600 candidates (3.48% of total candidates) in 2022. However, this is the first time that such a significant number of candidates from the state have also made it to the top 50 positions.

For the first time, Tamil Nadu is witnessing a historic transformation in medical education. The aspirations of students from the bottom of the socio-economic ladder are becoming reality with a record number of them entering medical colleges.

Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Annamalai congratulated those who cleared the examination urging the DMK to stop politicizing the examination that offers a level-playing field.

“This astounding result from TN is a lesson to parties like the DMK who chose to politicise the NEET examination, which ensured a level playing field for all students aspiring to become Doctors!”, Annamalai said in a tweet.

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DMK Liquor Min Senthil Balaji Arrested, Complains Of Chest Pain And Cries

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The Commune
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DMK Liquor Minister V Senthil Balaji, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday morning (14 June 2023) following searches conducted at his premises in connection with a money laundering case. The ED took the DMK leader into custody for questioning after raiding his properties on Tuesday.

In the early hours of Wednesday, amid tight security, the ED brought Balaji to the Omandurar government hospital in Chennai for a medical examination, as he had complained of chest pain.

Outside the hospital, a scene of high drama unfolded as the DMK leader arrived. He was observed shedding tears of pain while lying inside a car, while his supporters gathered to protest against the ED’s actions.

According to Senthil Balaji’s lawyer and DMK leader NR Elango, who spoke to India Today, “Senthil Balaji was picked up by the ED and brought to Omandurar government hospital. It appears that he was not conscious when he was admitted to the hospital. This arrest is completely illegal and unconstitutional. We will challenge it through legal means.”

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Senthil Balaji’s arrest is bound to jitter the DMK as he is considered to be the most powerful man in the state handling the cash cow ministries of TASMAC and electricity. He is regarded as the financier of the ruling party and had a major role in DMK securing the Erode East bypolls through cash. and the  money bank of the ruling party.

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Misreported Tragedy: Intruder At BJP MLA Vanathi Srinivasan’s Office Met Fatal Collision Hours Later Contrary To Claims By D Stock Media

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The Commune
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In a surprising turn of events, the office of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Vanathi Srinivasan in Coimbatore was infiltrated by an unidentified individual, who later met a tragic fate in a car collision merely hours after the peculiar incident.

Situated on the bustling Coimbatore – Hosur road, the office of Vanathi Srinivasan, the representative for the Coimbatore South Legislative Assembly constituency, became the backdrop for an enigmatic episode. Office assistant Vijay had been diligently carrying out his duties when an unknown person mysteriously entered the premises, promptly proceeding to lock the door from the inside, much to Vijay’s astonishment.

Reacting swiftly, Vijay forcefully intervened, causing the intruder to stumble and sustain minor injuries before hastily retreating from the scene, leaving behind a shroud of intrigue and unanswered questions. Perturbed by the unprecedented occurrence, Vijay promptly lodged a complaint at the Race Course Police Station, urging a thorough investigation into the incident.

In his complaint, Vijay expressed, “On 12 June 2023, at 5:47 pm, an unidentified individual gained unauthorized entry into the office premises. Upon realizing that I was alone, the intruder attempted to forcibly barricade himself inside the room. I managed to repel his advances, but I remain deeply suspicious of his intentions. The authorities must delve into this matter and ascertain his identity and motives.”

Responding to the complaint, the Race course Police promptly initiated a case, meticulously documenting the details provided by Vijay. Furthermore, they reviewed the footage captured by the office’s CCTV cameras in hopes of unearthing crucial evidence regarding the identity of the enigmatic intruder.

Meanwhile, approximately four hours subsequent to the incident, an unidentified individual met a tragic demise in a collision with an undisclosed vehicle along Avinashi Road, a mere two kilometers away from the BJP office. Upon receiving the information, law enforcement swiftly secured the body and dispatched it to the Coimbatore Government Hospital for further examination through post-mortem procedures.

Upon initial investigation, it was revealed that the deceased individual was, in fact, the same person who had unlawfully entered the BJP office earlier. Authorities are presently scrutinizing the CCTV footage obtained from the accident scene in an effort to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this untimely demise.

In a regrettable instance of misreporting, certain news channels erroneously portrayed the incident involving an intruder at the office of BJP MLA Vanathi Srinivasan in Coimbatore. These channels disseminated inaccurate information, claiming that the intruder was forcefully expelled from the office and subsequently met a tragic demise within a matter of minutes.

Contrary to these misleading reports, the actual events unfolded differently. It is essential to clarify that the tragic incident occurred later, approximately four hours after the initial encounter. The person, later identified as the intruder, was involved in a fatal collision with an undisclosed vehicle on Avinashi Road, a short distance away from the BJP office. Reports say that he was in an inebriated condition.

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Did You Know? Tamil Nadu Ranks Lowest In RTI Responsiveness, Uttar Pradesh Performs Better

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The Commune
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Tamil Nadu has been ranked the worst-performing state in terms of RTI responsiveness, with only 14% of the requested information being furnished. This figure is significantly lower than the national average of 57%. Surprisingly, Uttar Pradesh, a state often criticized by DMK and its leaders for its lack of law and order and transparency, performed better than Tamil Nadu, with an RTI responsiveness rate of 82%.

The report, released by Satark Nagrik Sangathan (SNS), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting transparency and accountability in government, assessed the performance of 29 information commissions across India. The evaluation was based on four key parameters: timely disposal of cases, percentage of cases disposed of in favor of applicants, percentage of cases disposed of without any hearing, and percentage of cases where compensation was awarded to the applicants.

The State Information Commission of Tamil Nadu only managed to furnish 14% of the information sought during the 2021-22 period, highlighting its poor performance. The SNS report also revealed that the DMK government failed to provide information on appeals and complaints registered and disposed of by the Information Commissions. The Information Commissioner justified this by claiming that the information could only be provided “after getting the approval of the state Legislative Assembly,” although no such provision exists in the RTI Act. Furthermore, the Tamil Nadu State Information Commission denied information regarding the backlog of appeals and complaints, as well as details of penalties imposed by the Information Commissioners.

According to the report, the Tamil Nadu State Information Commission was the worst-performing body as it denied most of the requested information, including data on the number of appeals and complaints addressed by the Information Commission, penalty details, and compensation awarded. The commission stated that such information could only be provided “after getting the approval of the State Legislative Assembly,” despite the absence of such provisions in the RTI Act.

In addition, the report highlighted the poor gender parity within the composition of the Tamil Nadu State Information Commission, with 83% of its members being men. This gender disparity raises concerns about diversity and representation within the commission.

There could be several reasons behind Tamil Nadu’s dismal performance in terms of RTI responsiveness. One possible factor is the lack of seriousness on the part of the state government in implementing the RTI Act. Another factor could be the inadequate training provided to public information officers (PIOs) in handling RTI requests effectively.

The low level of RTI responsiveness in Tamil Nadu is a significant problem as it hampers citizens’ right to access information about the government and its activities. It also makes it challenging for citizens to hold the government accountable for its actions, undermining transparency and democratic principles.

The SNS report suggests that the Tamil Nadu government has been reluctant to fully implement the RTI Act, with slow appointments of PIOs and a lack of comprehensive training programs. Additionally, there have been reports of the government’s hostility towards RTI activists, further hindering the process of seeking transparency and accountability.

RTI activist organizations like Arappor Iyakkam are demanding that the DMK government takes immediate steps to improve RTI responsiveness in Tamil Nadu. This may include appointing more PIOs, providing enhanced training for PIOs, and creating a supportive environment for RTI activists.

It is worth noting that political commentator Savukku Shankar has accused the government of deliberately keeping the post of Chief of Information Commission vacant to accommodate a soon-to-be retiring IAS officer Irananbu. Such delays in appointments hinder transparency and raise concerns about governance.

The poor performance of Tamil Nadu in terms of RTI responsiveness serves as a wake-up call for the DMK government. Urgent measures need to be taken to improve transparency and accountability.

Notably, despite being labeled as a ‘Jungle Raj’ by DMK leaders and pro-Dravidian news outlets, the state of Uttar Pradesh has outperformed the Tamil Nadu government. The RTI responsiveness of the UP government stands at 82%, significantly higher than the disappointing rate of the Tamil Nadu government.

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