Governor RN Ravi says he admires Tamil Nadu pride after assembly walkout row​on January 6, 2025 at 9:58 am

Governor RN Ravi says he admires Tamil Nadu pride after assembly walkout row

​Governor RN Ravi says he admires Tamil Nadu pride after assembly walkout row Governor RN Ravi says he admires Tamil Nadu pride after assembly walkout row   

The Governor of Tamil Nadu, RN Ravi, issued a press release on Monday reaffirming his deep admiration for the state’s cultural heritage, including its language, traditions, and the Tamil State Song, “Tamil Thai Vazhthu”.

The statement comes after Governor RN Ravi walked out of the Tamil Nadu assembly’s winter session on the first day without making the customary address. Meanwhile, Opposition parties staged protests inside the assembly.

The press release emphasised the Governor’s “unwavering love, respect, and admiration” for Tamil Nadu’s rich cultural legacy. It underscored that the Governor has consistently upheld the sanctity of “Tamil Thai Vazhthu”, singing it with reverence at every event.

“Tamil, the world’s oldest and most celebrated language, holds a unique place in the hearts of countless Indians, and the Hon’ble Governor shares this sentiment wholeheartedly,” the statement noted.

The Governor reiterated his support for promoting Tamil language and culture on state and national platforms, asserting his commitment to upholding Tamil Nadu’s identity while maintaining Constitutional duties.

The release also highlighted the Governor’s adherence to respecting the National Anthem, calling it a “Fundamental Duty enshrined in the Constitution” and a matter of national pride.

Governor Ravi did not deliver his address during the first session of the state legislative assembly, mentioning serious breaches concerning the National Anthem.

According to a statement from the office of Raj Bhawan, after the Governor arrived at the assembly, only the state anthem ‘Tamil Thai Vazhthu’ was performed, instead of the National Anthem, which is traditionally played on such occasions.

Governor Ravi left the House in “deep anguish” over the “brazen disrespect” to the Constitution and National Anthem, the statement from Raj Bhavan said.

In a post on its official X handle, Raj Bhavan wrote: “Today on the arrival of the Governor to the House, only ‘Tamil Thai Vazhthu’ was sung. The Governor respectfully reminded the House of its constitutional duty and fervently appealed to the Chief Minister who is the Leader of the House and the honourable Speaker for singing the National Anthem. However, they cussedly refused. It is a matter of grave concern. Not to be a party to such brazen disrespect to the Constitution and the National Anthem, the Governor in deep anguish left the House.”