On Tamil Nadu Day, CM Vijay paid tribute to those who fought for the Tamil language and for bringing Tamil-speaking regions into the state, and urged people to protect Tamil, its culture and heritage.
On Tamil Nadu Day, CM Vijay paid tribute to those who fought for the Tamil language and for bringing Tamil-speaking regions into the state, and urged people to protect Tamil, its culture and heritage.
On Tamil Nadu Day, 1 November 2026, Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay greeted the people of the state and urged everyone to safeguard the Tamil language, preserve the state’s cultural heritage and uphold its pride.
The Chief Minister paid tribute to those who fought to protect their mother tongue and to bring Tamil-speaking regions into Tamil Nadu. Their sacrifices, he said, remain an enduring source of inspiration for the Tamil people’s sense of belonging and unity. He also remembered the martyrs of the struggles for linguistic protection and for the state’s territorial integrity.
Describing 1 November as the day the state was formed through the linguistic reorganisation of states, the CM called it an occasion to celebrate Tamil Nadu’s distinct identity and history. He urged people to honour Tamil Thai (Mother Tamil), safeguard the traditions of the language, keep up the commitment to preserving Tamil art and culture, and work together to uphold the state’s honour.
The state function was held at the Government Museum Theatre, Egmore, chaired by Rural Development and Water Resources Minister N. Anand, with Ministers Aadhav Arjuna, Rajmohan, Vanni Arasu and C. Vijayalakshmi. The ministers:
The government is marking the day with a function at the Museum Theatre — Tamil Semmal awards for 76 scholars and prizes for 179 students who recited the whole Thirukkural — and free folk-art shows from 6 PM to 9 PM at six Chennai venues, including Marina Beach and Valluvar Kottam. CM Vijay’s government also observes 18 July, the day the resolution to rename the state “Tamil Nadu” was passed in 1967.