Fri Jan 24 08:58:10 UTC 2025: ## Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Urges Modi, Shah to Keep Governor Ravi in Post
**Chennai, January 24, 2025** – Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has surprisingly requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah to retain Governor R.N. Ravi in his post. In a statement delivered at the DMK headquarters, Mr. Stalin asserted that Governor Ravi’s presence has paradoxically aided the DMK’s growth within the state.
Despite past disagreements with the Governor, Mr. Stalin claimed the DMK had not sought his removal and that his continued presence has inadvertently strengthened the party’s position. He welcomed new members joining the DMK from other parties, further emphasizing the party’s growing strength.
Looking ahead to the upcoming Assembly session, Mr. Stalin expressed his expectation that Governor Ravi will deliver the customary address without incident. He stated that the DMK will provide the prepared text and expects the Governor to read it without staging a walkout. This unusual request comes amidst a generally tense relationship between the state government and the Governor.
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