Tireless advocate of oppressed: TN CM hails ex-DU professor Saibaba
Stalin also said Saibaba's death was a profound loss to those who are fighting for human rights
Describing former Delhi University professor G N Saibaba as a 'tireless advocate for the oppressed', Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin said he had fearlessly fought against injustice even when his own freedom and health were at risk.
Saibaba (58) died at a state-run hospital in Hyderabad due to post-operative complications, seven months after he was acquitted in an alleged Maoist links case.
Stalin also said Saibaba's death was a profound loss to those who are fighting for human rights.
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"A tireless advocate for the oppressed, he fearlessly fought against injustice, even when his own freedom and health were at risk," Stalin said.
"His courage in defending civil liberties despite many challenges will be remembered as an enduring example of integrity. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time," he said in a statement.
Saibaba underwent a surgical procedure after his gall bladder was found to be infected.
He breathed his last on Saturday.
(With inputs from agencies)
