
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi walked out of the Assembly for the fourth consecutive year without delivering the customary address prepared by the state government, citing disrespect to the national anthem and alleging inaccuracies and omissions in the speech. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin condemned the walkout as unconstitutional and disrespectful, moving a resolution to record the address as read. The Governor's office highlighted concerns over law and order, investment claims, and social issues, while the ruling DMK and its allies criticized the Governor's actions as politically motivated and against democratic traditions. Opposition parties also raised concerns over governance and protocol violations, reflecting ongoing tensions between the Governor and the state government.
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