RN Ravi Exits Tamil Nadu Assembly; MK Stalin Condemns 'Unconstitutional' Act

In this Special Report, the focus is on the renewed constitutional showdown in Tamil Nadu as Governor RN Ravi walked out of the first assembly session of 2026. The Governor declined to read the customary address prepared by the Council of Ministers, alleging that his 'mic was repeatedly switched off and he was not allowed to speak.' The Governor’s office further claimed the speech contained 'unsubstantiated claims' and ignored issues like Dalit safety and educational standards. In response, Chief Minister MK Stalin moved a resolution condemning the Governor's departure from established protocol, which was unanimously passed by the House. The resolution ensures that only the government-approved text is recorded in the House proceedings. This incident marks another flashpoint in the ongoing friction between the Raj Bhavan and the DMK-led government over constitutional duties and legislative protocols ahead of the upcoming elections.