Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi Hoists Tricolour As CM MK Stalin, IAF Chopper Mark Celebrations In Chennai

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi unfurls the national flag at Marina Beach on Republic Day 2026 as CM MK Stalin and dignitaries attend a grand ceremony in Chennai.

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi unfurls the national flag during Republic Day celebrations in Chennai.

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Chennai, Jan 26: Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi unfurled the national flag in the presence of Chief Minister M K Stalin and other dignitaries at the Republic Day celebration at the Labour Statue near Marina beach front here on Monday.

As the national anthem was sung, an Indian Air Force helicopter showered flower petals over the tricolour. The Governor, Chief Minister, and dignitaries stood saluting.

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The occasion was marked by a spectacular march past of contingents where the Governor took the salute, and cultural events were held in the state capital.

The chief minister distributed Anna gallantry awards to the recipients.

Earlier, the CM received the Governor upon his arrival and as per custom, introduced the senior officers from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and the Tamil Nadu police to Ravi.

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