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Tamil Nadu state song row overshadows Vijay’s first day as CM, TVK responds as CPI demands answers | What we know

During Vijay's swearing-in ceremony, ‘Vande Mataram’ was played first, followed by the National Anthem, while ‘Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu’ came third.

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Tamil Nadu state song row overshadows Vijay’s first day as CM, TVK responds as CPI demands answers | What we knowDuring Vijay's swearing-in ceremony, ‘Vande Mataram’ was played first, followed by the National Anthem, while ‘Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu’ came third.
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