G Balakrishnan
Bala or Bala, is an independent editorial cartoonist and journalist from Tamil Nadu, India. He is the editor of the digital media platform LinesMedia. Before going independent, he was a cartoonist and journalist for Tamil weekly Kumudam for 12 years.
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Bala or Bala, is an independent editorial cartoonist and journalist from Tamil Nadu, India. He is the editor of the digital media platform LinesMedia. Before going independent, he was a cartoonist and journalist for Tamil weekly Kumudam for 12 years.
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He is known for his criticism of state and centre politicians and governments.
He came to national attention when he was arrested for his cartoon criticizing the Chief Minister, Nellai Collector and the Commissioner for failing to prevent the death by self immolation of the Isakkimuthu family due to pressure from money-lenders. His arrest was criticized by journalists and civic groups, while justified by ruling AIADMK government and BJP leaders supported the arrest.
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- 1.Who is cartoonist G Bala?. The Indian Express. 7 November 2017.
- 2.Cartoonist gets bail in defamation case. The New Indian Express. 7 November 2017.
- 3.Ananth, M K. Cartoonist held for 'obscene' work on CM Palaniswami, officials. The Times of India. 6 November 2017.
- 4.Cartoonist's arrest flayed. The Hindu. 7 November 2017.
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