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Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi's U-turn: Swears in Ponmudy Despite Court Criticism

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Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi faces Supreme Court criticism but ultimately inducts K. Ponmudy as Minister, complying with court orders. Check out the details!

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi found himself in a judicial whirlwind as he blinked in the Supreme Court, assuring the swearing-in of K. Ponmudy. Despite initial backlash, Ravi re-inducted the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader into the state cabinet, showcasing his willingness to adhere to court directives. The rollercoaster of events saw Ravi facing a stern warning from the court, leading to a swift change of heart in administering the oath to Ponmudy.

The Madras High Court's recent reversal of Ponmudy's acquittal in a case of disproportionate assets added complexity to the situation. However, on the heels of the Supreme Court's intervention, the Governor complied by administering the oath of office to Ponmudy. This dramatic saga concluded with Ponmudy being reinstated as a Minister in Tamil Nadu, marking a significant turn of events in the political landscape of the state.

In a surprising twist, despite Ponmudy's previous conviction leading to portfolio reshuffling, he resumed his ministerial position following the court-mandated re-induction. This face-off between Governor RN Ravi and DMK leader Ponmudy reached a resolution with the oath ceremony at Raj Bhawan. The reinstatement of Ponmudy underscores the importance of legal compliance and adherence to court directives in governmental proceedings.

One interesting fact is that the Supreme Court's intervention acted as a catalyst for Governor Ravi's change of stance towards Ponmudy, highlighting the judiciary's crucial role in upholding justice. Another intriguing detail is the swift turnaround in Ponmudy's political fortunes, from facing conviction to being reinstated as a Minister, showcasing the unpredictable nature of politics in Tamil Nadu.

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TN Governor Ravi blinks in SC, says will swear in Ponmudy (The Hindu)

Tamil Nadu Governor re-inducts K. Ponmudy as Minister despite Supreme Court criticism, clarifies intention to follow court orders.

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After Court Warning, Tamil Nadu Governor Backs Down, Inducts ... (NDTV)

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi on Friday afternoon re-inducted Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader K Ponmudy to the state cabinet.

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After Supreme Court Rap, Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi Agrees To ... (Live Law)

The Tamil Nadu Governor Mr RN Ravi today informed the Supreme Court that he has duly invited MLA K Ponmudi to swear in as the state cabinet minister at 3:30 ...

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Day after SC rap, Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi administers oath to ... (The Indian Express)

The Madras High Court had recently reversed Ponmudy's acquittal in a case of disproportionate assets, but on March 13, a two-judge SC bench stayed this ...

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Ponmudi to be sworn in as TN minister today; RN Ravi to administer ... (Times of India)

CHENNAI: A day after Supreme Court gave a 24-hour deadline to reinduct Tirukkoilur MLA K Ponmudi in the council of ministers, Tamil Nadu governor R N .

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DMK leader K Ponmudy sworn in as Minister by Governor, day after ... (Financial Express)

A day after the Supreme Court's nudge, Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi on Friday administered the oath of office to DMK MLA K Ponmudy at the Raj Bhawan in ...

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DMK leader Ponmudy sworn in as Tamil Nadu minister by Governor ... (Livemint)

In December, due to Ponmudy's conviction his portfolios were reshuffled. End of face-off between Stalin and Ravi. The swearing-in of Ponmudy as Minister in the ...

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Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi reinstates DMK's K Ponmudi after ... (India TV)

The Supreme Court expressed 'serious concern' over Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi for his refusal to reinduct senior DMK leader K Ponmudi into the state ...

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Day after SC rap, Ravi re-inducts Ponmudy as Tamil Nadu minister (Times of India)

CHENNAI: A day after Supreme Court gave a 24-hour deadline to re-induct Tirukkoilur MLA K Ponmudy into council of ministers, Tamil Nadu governor RN Ra.

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Tamil Nadu governor R N Ravi swears in DMK's Ponmudy as ... (The Economic Times)

Venkataramani told a three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud the governor has invited Ponmudi at 3:30 pm to take oath as a minister.

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R N Ravi backtracks, but it's not the first rap on the TN Governor's ... (The Indian Express)

The M K Stalin-led DMK government has routinely accused Ravi of โ€œoverreachโ€ and vested political interests. Before the Ponmudy flashpoint, Ravi had to beat ...

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