Tamil Nadu Governor's address live updates: Rajendra Arlekar says two-language policy will continue in State (opens original article in a new tab)

Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar is set to address the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on June 18, 2026, following the TVK government's successful trust vote and amid DMK protests over law and order concerns.

• Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar will address the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on June 18, 2026, marking his first customary address and the TVK government's maiden address.
• The TVK government, led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, secured a trust vote with support from Congress, VCK, Left parties, and IUML after winning 108 seats in the April 23 polls.
• DMK MLAs, led by Udhayanidhi Stalin, protested outside the Assembly, criticizing the TVK government over law and order issues.