The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly concluded its first session of the year by adjourning sine die, as announced by Speaker M. Appavu. The session ended without setting a date for the next sitting, following political turmoil and controversy surrounding the Governor’s address. The session, which began on January 20 with the Governor’s customary address, took an unexpected turn when the Governor left the House without delivering his prepared speech, citing the absence of the national anthem.
After three consecutive days of Assembly meetings, Chief Minister M. K. Stalin responded to the motion of thanks for the Governor’s address. The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), the principal opposition party, boycotted the House during the Chief Minister’s reply, alleging bias and procedural impropriety. Stalin emphasized the constitutional obligation to respond to the Governor’s address, accusing the Governor of disregarding democratic norms.
Stalin highlighted the achievements and welfare initiatives of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government, focusing on social sector programs and new announcements benefiting various groups. He reiterated the government’s commitment to social justice and inclusive development, expressing confidence in the DMK’s performance leading up to the next Assembly elections. Following the Chief Minister’s address, Speaker Appavu formally adjourned the Assembly sine die, concluding the session without specifying a reconvening date.
