Independence Day tea party

The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee, led by president K. Selvaperunthagai, has announced a boycott of the Independence Day tea party hosted by Governor R.N. Ravi, citing his obstruction of the democratically elected government. Selvaperunthagai accused Governor Ravi of delaying assent to over 12 Bills passed by the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and failing to appoint vice-chancellors at state universities, actions deemed unconstitutional and politically biased. Other political parties in the INDIA bloc, including MDMK, VCK, CPM, and CPI, have also decided to boycott the event, criticizing the governor for undermining federalism and democratic values. The tensions between the DMK-led state government and Governor Ravi have escalated, with past incidents leading to Supreme Court interventions. This boycott continues a trend from previous years, reflecting ongoing discord between state leadership and the governor's office. The situation highlights broader concerns regarding the perceived politicization of gubernatorial actions in non-BJP ruled states.