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Tamil Nadu Assembly’s 2026 First Session Set for January 20 With Governor’s Address

The Speaker emphasized adherence to Assembly customs after last January’s walkout by the Governor.

Overview

  • The House will convene at 9:30 a.m. on January 20 at the Fort St. George complex in Chennai.
  • Governor R. N. Ravi is scheduled to deliver the customary opening address in line with constitutional convention.
  • Following the address, the Business Advisory Committee will determine the duration of the sitting and take a call on presenting an interim budget for 2026–27.
  • Speaker M. Appavu said a vote-on-account bill will be brought to draw funds for the first quarter of the next financial year.
  • Tamil Nadu’s Assembly election is due by March–April 2026, giving the January sitting added political significance.