Tue Apr 08 07:19:00 UTC 2025: ## Supreme Court Sides with Tamil Nadu, Rules Governor’s Bill Withholding Illegal

**Chennai, India** – The Supreme Court of India delivered a major blow to Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi on Tuesday, ruling his refusal to assent to 10 state bills – including two passed by the previous AIADMK government – as illegal and arbitrary. The decision, hailed as a historic victory by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, mandates the immediate clearance of all pending legislation.

The court’s order, delivered by Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan, deemed the Governor’s actions a lack of good faith, effectively ending a protracted standoff between the state government and the Governor. The bills, some dating back to 2020, were withheld despite repeated submissions.

Chief Minister Stalin, addressing the state Assembly, declared the ruling a significant win not only for Tamil Nadu but for all Indian states. The DMK, the ruling party, has vehemently accused Governor Ravi, appointed by the BJP-led central government, of deliberately obstructing the state’s development agenda and undermining the will of the people. Their calls for Mr. Ravi’s resignation, citing a lack of respect for the office, highlight the deep-seated animosity between the state government and the Governor.

The Supreme Court’s intervention follows escalating tensions between the state and the central government, notably over issues such as state delimitation, the controversy surrounding Hindi imposition, and the rejection of a bill exempting Tamil Nadu from the NEET medical entrance exam. This ruling comes as the DMK, AIADMK, and BJP gear up for next year’s crucial state assembly elections. The Supreme Court’s decision is expected to significantly impact the political landscape in Tamil Nadu and could set a precedent for similar disputes between state governments and governors nationwide.

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