Tamil Nadu's Language Rifts: Stalin vs. Governor Ravi

Amid escalating tensions, Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister M.K. Stalin accuses Governor RN Ravi of disrespecting Dravidian culture by excluding 'Dravida' from the State anthem. The Governor contends Stalin's comments are racist, highlighting the deep-rooted language conflict in the state.

In the midst of an ongoing language dispute, tension has escalated between Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and Governor RN Ravi. The friction arises from accusations by Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai, labeling the Governor as 'antithetical' to Dravidian ideology.

The controversy centers on the rendition of the State anthem, where it was alleged that the Governor omitted the term 'Dravida'. Annadurai criticized the Governor's actions, suggesting they insult the pride of millions of Tamils and urging RN Ravi to resign if he retains any self-respect. Chief Minister Stalin has called on the Union Government to recall the Governor, citing deliberate disrespect.

Governor RN Ravi refuted the allegations, accusing Chief Minister Stalin of making offensive racist remarks. Despite these contentions, Stalin reiterated the paramount importance of Tamil language and heritage, affirming it as integral to Dravidian identity. The discord underscores Tamil Nadu's fraught relationship with language politics.

(With inputs from agencies.)