Tamil Nadu's governor skipped his fourth consecutive speech to the assembly, deepening state-central tensions.

Tamil Nadu Governor Ravi continued a standoff with Chief Minister M. K. Stalin's state government by skipping the traditional inaugural speech to the state assembly for the fourth year in a row. Although no formal explanation was provided, the speech's absence, which outlines the government's legislative agenda, highlights ongoing tensions between the state and central authorities. Although the assembly continued with other business, the frequent walkout has brought attention to political and constitutional disagreements regarding the governor's role in state governance.