Centre Clears Way for Tamil Anthem First, Boosting Vijay Govt’s Stand
What Happened
In the Madras High Court, the Centre clarified that its Home Ministry circular does not prevent Tamil Thai Vaazhthu from being sung first at government functions. The circular only governs the order between Vande Mataram and the National Anthem, and does not prescribe where state songs should be placed.
Key Takeaways
The clarification strengthens the Tamil Nadu government's position and supports its resolution to have the state anthem sung first at official events.