Notably, it is the first time that Rajinikanth has met Governor RN Ravi privately. The superstar said that the meeting with the Governor was a courtesy call.
Though the policy recommends a three-language system, the minister said that the state government has been resolute in implementing a two-language system.
The latest attack on the Governor by the Chief Minister has come when the DMK government has adopted a Bill restricting the Governor's powers in appointing the Vice-Chancellors.
Tamil Nadu Minister for Higher Education K Ponmudy had tabled the Bill to amend the Tamil Nadu Universities Laws to allow the state government to appoint the Vice-Chancellors.
From the Communist party to several Dravidian outfits, the parties have voiced against RN Ravi's visit while the BJP has been countering such criticisms.