Why is this not part of your oath...? Governor interrupts MLA chanting Rajiv and Rahul slogans.

MLA S Rajesh Kumar: Today is a historic day for the Congress party in Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay ended a tradition that had been followed for many years. A leader from the Congress party took the oath as a minister in the state government after about 60 years. Congress has become part of the Tamil Nadu government for the first time since 1967. However, during the oath-taking ceremony, Congress MLA S Rajesh Kumar did something that brought him into the spotlight.

Governor raised an objection

The Congress MLA representing the Killiyur assembly constituency took the oath as a minister. While taking the oath as a minister, Congress MLA S Rajesh Kumar praised former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, which led the Governor to raise an objection. Upon the praise of Congress leaders, the Governor suddenly reminded the Congress leader that this is not part of your oath. After this, S Rajesh Kumar stopped his sloganeering and went to sign his oath document.

Video surfaced

A video of the oath-taking ceremony has also surfaced, in which S Rajesh Kumar said, “May Kamaraj (late Congress veteran from Tamil Nadu) live forever, may Bharat Ratna Rajiv Gandhi (former Prime Minister) live forever, and may the people’s leader Rahul Gandhi live forever.” As soon as he took their names, the Governor stopped him.

Why did the Governor stop the Congress MLA during the minister’s oath in Tamil Nadu?

Congress MLAs given place in the cabinet

Congress, which has five MLAs in the Tamil Nadu assembly, is an important part of the TVK government because Vijay’s party fell short of a majority in the results. Congress was the first to announce support for TVK, which broke its old ties with DMK. Although Congress was an ally of DMK for 20 years, it was never part of DMK ministries in the state. But TVK broke this tradition by giving Congress MLAs a place in the cabinet.

Killiyur assembly constituency

Killiyur assembly constituency is a legislative seat in the Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India, representing the Killiyur region. Historically, the area is known for its cultural and political significance within the district, which was once part of the princely state of Travancore before merging with India. The constituency has been a key part of Tamil Nadu’s electoral landscape, reflecting the region’s diverse heritage and local governance.

Rajiv Gandhi

Rajiv Gandhi was the sixth Prime Minister of India, serving from 1984 to 1989. He was the youngest person to hold the office and is remembered for modernizing India’s technology and telecommunications sectors. His tenure was marked by both economic reforms and challenges, including the Bhopal gas tragedy and the Sri Lankan civil war, and he was tragically assassinated in 1991.

Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi is an Indian politician and a prominent member of the Indian National Congress party. He is the son of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi, and has served as a Member of Parliament and party president. His political career has been marked by leadership

Killiyur assembly constituency

Killiyur assembly constituency is a state legislative constituency in the Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India, representing the Killiyur region. It was established following the delimitation of constituencies in 2008, and its first election was held in 2011. The constituency primarily serves the rural and coastal communities of the area, reflecting the local demographic and political landscape.

Kanyakumari district

Kanyakumari district, located at the southernmost tip of the Indian mainland, is known for its stunning coastal landscapes and cultural diversity. Historically, it was part of the Travancore kingdom and later merged with Tamil Nadu in 1956 after a linguistic reorganization. The district is famous for landmarks like the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the Thiruvalluvar Statue, which highlight its spiritual and literary heritage.

Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu, a state in southern India, is known for its rich Dravidian culture, classical arts, and ancient history dating back over 2,000 years. It was home to powerful dynasties like the Cholas, Pandyas, and Pallavas, who built magnificent temples and left a lasting architectural legacy. Today, the state is celebrated for its vibrant festivals, Bharatanatyam dance, and iconic sites such as the Meenakshi Temple and the Brihadeeswarar Temple.

Travancore

Travancore was a princely state in southern India, existing from the early 18th century until its merger with independent India in 1949. It was renowned for its progressive rulers, such as Maharaja Swathi Thirunal and Maharaja Moolam Thirunal, who promoted education, infrastructure, and religious tolerance. The region is also famous for the Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, which served as the royal seat and remains a major cultural and architectural landmark.

Why is this not part of your oath…? Governor interrupts MLA chanting Rajiv and Rahul slogans.

Governor raised an objection

Video surfaced

Congress MLAs given place in the cabinet

Killiyur assembly constituency

Rajiv Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi

Killiyur assembly constituency

Kanyakumari district

Tamil Nadu

Travancore

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