தனது மனோன்மணீயம் நாடகத்தில் தமிழ்த் தெய்வ வணக்கமாகச் சுந்தரனார் அவர்கள் இயற்றிய பாயிரப் பாடலைத் தமிழ்த்தாய் வாழ்த்தாக அறிவித்துப் போற்றினார்...

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced that Tamil Thai Vaazhthu, the revered invocation composed by literary scholar Manonmaniam Sundaranar, has been officially declared the state anthem of Tamil Nadu. The invocation gained prominence under former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, who introduced it as the prayer song across public events. Stalin took this heritage forward by conferring formal state anthem status.

The declaration represents a milestone in cultural governance, cementing the lyric as an emblem of statehood and linguistic heritage. The hymn celebrates Tamil as a timeless classical language, evoking collective unity and civic consciousness across generations. Stalin noted that elevating the verse honors literary forebears while preserving Dravidian ideological traditions.

Under the notification, standard musical renditions will accompany official state assemblies, public functions, and educational institution gatherings. The administration detailed regulatory measures to ensure graceful execution and public reverence during public gatherings.

By granting state anthem status to the historic hymn, Stalin reaffirmed his commitment to upholding Tamil identity on the national stage. The measure reflects enduring political principles that place linguistic culture and historical preservation at the forefront of democratic governance and civic life.