Tamil Nadu assembly unanimously passes resolution on state anthem ‘Thamizh Thaai Vaazthu’
Tamil Nadu Assembly on Monday unanimously passed a resolution that the Tamil invocation song should be rendered at government functions
On Monday, the Tamil Nadu Assembly unanimously approved a resolution declaring the Tamil invocation song "Thamizh Thaai Vaazthu," penned by poet Manonmaniam Sundaram Pillai, as the national state anthem. The resolution, moved by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, was supported by several parties, including the opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), and others.
Vijay emphasized that Tamil is not merely a language but an integral part of life and emotions, and the Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu must be given precedence in all government functions. He argued that the song upholds India's diversity and is mandated by the Constitution of India to protect state languages and cultures.
Since its recognition as the official state song on December 17, 2021, the resolution mandates that the Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu be sung at the beginning of events in educational institutions, universities, government offices, public sector undertakings, and public organizations. Vijay also expressed his intention to seek recognition for the state song from the central government, having written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi shortly after taking office.
The DMK MLA and AIADMK general secretary both seconded the resolution, highlighting the importance of respecting the Tamil language and the song's role in expressing the noble Indian ideal of 'Unity in Diversity.' Despite opposition from the BJP, which questioned the need for such a resolution, the resolution was declared passed unanimously by the Assembly Speaker.
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