Mon Jan 06 05:53:33 UTC 2025: ## Tamil Nadu Governor Walks Out of Assembly, Minister Questions Motives

**Chennai, January 6, 2025** – Tamil Nadu Water Resources Minister and Leader of the House, Duraimurugan, expressed confusion and concern today over Governor R.N. Ravi’s abrupt departure from the state Assembly before delivering his customary address. The Governor’s exit followed a disagreement over the order of playing the national anthem and the Tamil Thai Vaazhthu (state anthem).

Mr. Duraimurugan stated that the Speaker’s office had already addressed the Governor’s concerns, confirming that the Tamil Thai Vaazhthu would precede the national anthem. Despite this clarification, Governor Ravi left without delivering his speech, prompting Mr. Duraimurugan to question his motives. He further introduced a resolution to include only the Governor’s prepared address in the official Assembly records.

The Minister criticized the Governor’s actions, citing similar incidents in 2023 and 2024, and argued that his behavior contravenes constitutional norms. He highlighted the historical significance of the Tamil Nadu Assembly, referencing former President Ram Nath Kovind’s praise for its democratic richness and recalling a past instance where a Governor addressed the House despite a recall resolution. Mr. Duraimurugan emphasized the importance of upholding the Assembly’s decorum and traditions.

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