Raj Bhavan, Chennai - News and Events

30 Dec 2009	20 Tribal Youth Leaders from Chhattishgarh, Orissa and Andhra Pradesh who are participating in the 2nd Tribal Youth Cultural Exchange Programme jointly organised by Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Govt. of India and Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt. of India from 27.12.2009 to 31.12.2009 called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan today(30.12.2009). Thiru M. Sadacharavel, Zonal Derector, Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan was present.
27 Dec 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated IGRT facility at Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, Chennai today (27.12.2009). Dr. T.G. Govindrajan, Chairman, Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, Shri A.R. Ansari, Chairman & Managing Director, Neyveli Lignite Corpration and Dr. Kirubha Shankar, Medical Superintendent, Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital were present.
26 Dec 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the 57th Annual Conference on Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISACON 2009) and also a Technical and Scientific Exhibition at the inauguration of 57th Annual Conference on Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISACON 2009) at Chennai today (26.12.2009). Dr. Justice A.R. Lakshmanan, Chairman, Law Commission of India and Thiru V.K. Subburaj, I.A.S., Principal Secretary to Government, Health & Family Welfare Department were present.
25 Dec 2009	His Excellency Thiru. Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu witnessed the Kathak recital of Nrithya Choodamani Shri Jayant Kastuar organised by Bihar Association at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(25.12.2009). Governor's family members, Nawab Mohamed Abdul Ali, Prince of Arcot, Shri Shobha Kant Das, President, Bihar Association and other dignitaries were present. His Excellency Thiru. Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu witnessed the Kathak recital of Nrithya Choodamani Shri Jayant Kastuar organised by Bihar Association at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(25.12.2009). The Governor honoured the artists with shawl and momento. Governor's family members, Nawab Mohamed Abdul Ali, Prince of Arcot, Shri Shobha Kant Das, President, Bihar Association and Dr. C.K. Gariyali I.A.S.,(Retd.), Former Secretary to Governor were present.
24 Dec 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Hindu Spiritual and Service Fair 2009 at Chennai today (24.12.2009). Hon'ble Chief Minister of Karnataka Thiru B.S. Yeddyurappa, Thiru Ramachandra Gowda, Hon'ble Minister for Health, Govt. of Karnataka, Thiru A. Vellayan, Chairman, Murugappa Group, Thiru S. Gurumurthy, Columnist and Corporate Advisor and Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam were present.
23 Dec 2009	Mr. Armaan Ebrahim, who participated in the FIA F2 (Formula 2) Championship 2009 in Eurpoe and achieved 6th place in two races and Master Tarun Reddy, who won the Go-Karting Championship 2009 held in India in Micro Max Cateogry called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(23.12.2009) and got his blessings. The Governor presented them with commendation letters congratulating them on their achievement.
	Christmas Get-Together Celebrations and New Year Welcome Function was held in Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(23.12.2009) .His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu was greeted by Santa Claus . Master S.Tharakesh played Piano western Classic music.
	Christmas Get-Together Celebrations and New Year Welcome Function was held in Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(23.12.2009) .His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu witnessed the Dance performance by Dr.Sonal Singh.
	Christmas Get-Together Celebrations and New Year Welcome Function was held in Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(23.12.2009) .His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu witnessed the Piano Western Classic played by Master Vishnu Vardhan.
14 Dec 2009	Ms. Daniele Smadja, Ambassador & Head of Delegation of European Union to India called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (14.12.2009). The Governor presented a Shawl and a Memento to the Ambassador and Head of Delegation of European Union to India.
14 Dec 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu planted Palm seedlings at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(14.12.2009). Thiru Jasjit Singh Barnala, Governor’s Son, His Excellency’s family members, Thiru S. Sivashanmugaraja, Deputy Secretary to Governor & Comptroller and Thiru A. Jeyapandi, Horticulture Officer, Raj Bhavan were present.
13 Dec 2009	His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presented awards at the Valedictory Session of the Islamic Tamil Literary Conference. Dr.S.M. Hamid Abdul Quadir, Chairman, Mohammed Sathak Trust received the award from the Governor at the function held in Chennai on 13.12.2009. Dr.MU.Metha, Poet received the Umaru Pulavar Award from the Governor.
10 Dec 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu witnessed the ballet "Peace on Earth" performed by Smt. Rajeswari Sainath at Chennai today (10.12.2009). Smt. Sujit Kaur, Lady Governor, Shri N. Murali, Managing Director, The Hindu and other dignitaries were present.
01 Dec 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the Coffee Table Book “The Pioneer Peacekeepers: Tamil Nadu Police – 150 Years” at the Valedictory Session of the National Seminar on “Road Safety and Urban Traffic Management” at Tamil Nadu Police Academy, Chennai today (01.12.2009). Thiru K. P. Jain, Director General of Police, Tmt. Letika Saran, Director General of Police (Training), Thiru Amaresh Pujari, I.P.S., Inspector General of Police (Training) and Thiru Abhash Kumar, I.P.S., Inspector General of Police, Tamil Nadu Police Academy were present.
01 Dec 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the Coffee Table Book “The Pioneer Peacekeepers: Tamil Nadu Police – 150 Years” at the Valedictory Session of the National Seminar on “Road Safety and Urban Traffic Management” and visited the Exhibition organized at Tamil Nadu Police Academy, Chennai today.
20 Nov 2009	About 20 students on “Educational Tour - Operation Sadbhavana” from Bandipore District, Jammu & Kashmir visited Raj Bhavan Chennai today(20.11.2009). His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu interacted with the students. The Governor presented a memento and his book (English and Urdu version) “My Other Two Daughters".
19 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu offered floral tribute to the portrait of the then Prime Minister of India Smt. Indira Gandhi and administered National Integration Pledge to the Officers and Staff of Raj Bhavan at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today.
19 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the Hindi version of the book “UNION IS STRENGTH” and presented Medals and Diploma Certificates to the Students at the 12th Convocation of the State Bank of India Officers’ Association Institute held at Chennai today ( 19.11.2009). Thiru G.D. Nadaf, General Secretary, All India State Bank Officers’ Federation, Thiru D. Suresh Kumar, Chairman, SBIOA Institute and Thiru D.S. Rishabadas, Executive Director, SBIOA Institute were present.
15 Nov 2009	His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Sigapi Achi Convention Centre at Chettinad Health City by opening its plaque today (15.11.2009). The Governor presented medals & certificates to the meritorious students Dr. M.A.M.Ramaswamy, Chairman, Chettinad Health City and Shri.M.A.M.R.Muthiah, Trustee, CARE were present.
14 Nov 2009	His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu payed floral tributes to the portrait of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary at Kathipara, Chennai today (14.11.2009). Hon'ble Minister for Electricity Thiru Arcot N.Veeraswami and others were present.
14 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu viewed the paintings drawn by the students in the painting competition held on “Conservation of Energy” organized by Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. at Chennai today(14.11.2009). Thiru Bharat Bhushan, Executive Director(SRTS-II), Power Grid and Dr. P. Mannar Jawahar, Vice- Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai were present. His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu distributed prizes to the winners of painting competition at the valedictory function of the National Campaign on Energy Conservation 2009 organized by the Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. at Chennai today(14.11.2009). Thiru Bharat Bhushan, Executive Director (SRTS-II), Power Grid, Dr.P. Mannar Jawahar, Vice- Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai and Shri K. Devarajan, Director of Elementary Education, Govt. of Tamil Nadu were present.
13 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the 12th Annual Conference of Indian Society of Neuro Radiology (ISNR) 2009 and released the souvenir at Chennai today(13.11.2009). Dr. Prathap C.Reddy, Chairman, Apollo Hospitals received the first copy. Dr. N. Chidambaranathan, Head of Department of Radiology & Imaging and Chairman, Organizing Committee, ISNR 2009, Dr. Harsh Mahajan, President, ISNR 2009, Dr. Santhosh Joseph, Prof. & Head of Department of Radiology, Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Chairman, Scientific Committee, and Dr. Shailesh Gaikwad, Secretary, ISNR, were present.
12 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu administered the Vigilance Awareness Week Pledge to the Officers and Staff of Raj Bhavan today (12.11.2009). Thiru Hans Raj Verma, I.A.S., Secretary to Governor and Thiru S. Sivashanmugaraja, Deputy Secretary to Governor & Comptroller were present.
12 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the book “The Family and the Nation” authored by Acharya Mahapragya & Dr.A.P.J.Abdul Kalam and the book “The Happy and Harmonious Family” authored by Acharya Mahapragya at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (12.11.2009). Swamiji Shri Jinesh Kumarji, Swamiji Shri Dharmesh Kumarji and other dignitaries were present.
11 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the Silver Jubilee Commemorative Postal Envelope of the Rotary Club of Madras East at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (11.11.2009). Rtn. W. Anand, District Governor-R.I.Dist.3230 received the Silver Jubilee Commemorative Postal Envelope. Shri S.K. Chakrabarti, Chief Post Master General, Tamil Nadu Circle, Rtn.J. Balaraman, President, Rotary Club of Madras East and Rtn. Murali Krishnan, Secretary, Rotary Club of Madras East were present.
10 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presented Degree of Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) to Ms. Preetha Reddy, Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals at the Nineteenth Convocation of Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University held at Chennai today (10.11.2009). Hon’ble Minister for Health Thiru M.R.K. Panneerselvam was present. His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presented Medals and Degree Certificate to the outstanding student at the Nineteenth Convocation of Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University held at Chennai today (10.11.2009).
06 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the book “Law and Social Justice” authored by Dr. Justice S. Mohan, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (06.11.2009). Mr. Andrew T. Simkin, Consul General of the United States of America, Chennai, Thiru N. Ram, Editor-in-Chief, The Hindu, Dr. R.T. Sabapathy Mohan, Vice-Chancellor, Mononmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli, Dr. G. Velan, Editor of the book and Former Professor & Head of the Dept. of Human Resource Development Economics, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai and Prof. Dr. E. Padmini were present.
05 Nov 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the Silver Jubilee Souvenir at the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of India-ASEAN-Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce & Industry at Chennai today(05.11.2009). The first copy was received by Dr. Ajith Nivard Cabraal, Governor, Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Colombo. Thiru Vijay Iyengar, Chairman, Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Thiru C.S. Muthu Subramaniyan, President, India-ASEAN-Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Thiru s. Sarat Chandran, Director of the Chamber were present.
21 Oct 2009	Shri Iqbal Singh, Lt. Governor of Puducherry greeted His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu on his birthday at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (21.10.2009).
	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the book “The Raj Bhavans of Tamil Nadu” at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (21.10.2009). Mr. Mike Nithavrianakis, British Deputy High Commissioner for Southern India in Chennai received the first copy of the book. Dr. P.C. Alexander, Former Governor of Tamil Nadu, Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali, Prince of Arcot, Mr. Andrew T. Simkin, U.S. Consul General, Thiru S.Muthiah, The Author and Thiru K.V. Giridhar, I.F.S., Director, South Zone Cultural Centre were present.
	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu honoured Mrs. Catherine Rossdale, Grand Daughter of the then Governor of Madras Lord Erskine and her husband Mr. Edward Rossdale on the occasion of the release of the book “The Raj Bhavans of Tamil Nadu” at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (21.10.2009). Mr. Mike Nithavrianakis, British Deputy High Commissioner for Southern India in Chennai was present.
19 Oct 2009	Thiru V.Krishnamoorthy, Sri Lankan Deputy High Commissioner for Southern India called on His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(19.10.2009). The Meeting was a courtesy call.
19 Oct 2009	Mr.Mike Nithavrianakis, British Deputy High Commissioner in Southern India called on His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(19.10.2009). The Meeting was a courtesy call.
02 Oct 2009	On the occasion of Mahatma Gandhiji’s birthday His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu offered floral tributes to the Portrait of Mahatma Gandhiji at Gandhi Statue, Marina, Chennai today(02.10.2009). Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru M.K. Stalin, Hon’ble Minister for Electricity Thiru Arcot N. Veerasami, Hon’ble Minister for Information Thiru Parithi Ellamvazhuthi and other dignitaries were present.
01 Oct 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Blood Donation Camp organized by Indian Red Cross Society, Tamil Nadu Branch on the National Voluntary Blood Donation Day at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (01.09.2009). Thiru S. Silambanan, Vice-President, Indian Red Cross Society, Tamil Nadu Branch and Tmt. Shanta Diaz, Secretary, Indian Red Cross Society, Tamil Nadu Branch were present.
29 Sep 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit of Malar Hospitals at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (29.09.2009). Dr. K.R. Balakrishnan, Director, Cardiac Sciences, Dr. Vivek Talaulikar, Medical Director, Malar Hospitals, Thiru Krish Ramesh , Regional Director, and Thiru Gopinath, Corporate Director, Malar Hospitals were present. His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presented mementos to the children who have undergone heart surgery at Malar Hospitals at the inauguration of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit of Malar Hospitals at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today. Group photograph of the children who have undergone heart surgery at Malar Hospitals and their parents with His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at the inauguration of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit of Malar Hospitals at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (29.09.2009). The Dr. K.R. Balakrishnan, Director, Cardiac Sciences, Dr. Vivek Talaulikar, Medical Director, Malar Hospitals, Thiru Krish Ramesh , Regional Director, Thiru Nagaraj, Founder, Aishwarya Trust and Thiru Gopinath, Corporate Director, Malar Hospitals were also present.
23 Sep 2009	Mrs. Jayalakshmi Narayanaswami, Chairperson, Guild of Service (Central) presented a bouquet to His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at the 86th Annual General Body Meeting of the Guild of Service (Central) held at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (23.09.2009). Mr. S. Rathinasabapathi, I.P.S. (Retd), Hon. Treasurer was present.
23 Sep 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presided over the 86th Annual General Body Meeting of the Guild of Service (Central) held at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (23.09.2009) and delivered his Presidential Address. Mrs. Jayalakshmi Narayanaswami, Chairperson, Guild of Service (Central), Dr. G. Sundaram, I.A.S.(Retd.), Vice-Chairman, Mrs. Himani Datar, Hon. Secretary, Mr. S. Rathinasabapathi, I.P.S. (Retd), Hon. Treasurer and Thiru Hans Raj Verma, I.A.S., Secretary to Governor were present.
18 Sep 2009	His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Crafts Bazaar 2009 organised by Crafts Council of India and visited the stalls at Valluvar Kottam, Chennai today(18.09.2009).Smt Vijaya Rajan,Chairperson, Crafts Council of India is present.
18 Sep 2009	Rear Admiral P. Murugesan, VSM, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet, Visakhapatnam called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (18.09.2009). The meeting was a courtesy call.
16 Sep 2009	Mr. Hans-Burkhard Sauerteig, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (16.09.2009). The Governor presented a shawl to the Consul General. The meeting was a courtesy call.
	Prize Winning Students of various competitions along with His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu on the occasion of the inauguration of the International Conference on ‘Climate Change & Environmental Sustainability in India and Canada: Approaches and Strategies’ at University of Madras, Chennai today (16.09.2009). Mr. Shaun Wedick, Consul & Senior Trade Commissioner (South India ), Canadian Consulate, Chennai, Dr. Mark Johnston, Saskatchewan Research Council , Canada, Dr. A. Ramachandran, Director, Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation Research, Anna University, Chennai, Prof. H. Devaraj, Member, Syndicate – VC-Convenor’s Committee and Thiru Harish L. Metha, Member, Syndicate – VC-Convenor’s Committee were present
	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the International Conference on ‘Climate Change & Environmental Sustainability in India and Canada: Approaches and Strategies’ at University of Madras, Chennai today (16.09.2009). Thiru Harish L. Metha, Member, Syndicate – VC-Convenor’s Committee was present.
	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the International Conference on ‘Climate Change & Environmental Sustainability in India and Canada: Approaches and Strategies’ and released the Souvenir at University of Madras, Chennai today (16.09.2009). Mr. Shaun Wedick, Consul & Senior Trade Commissioner (South India ), Canadian Consulate, Chennai, Dr. Mark Johnston, Saskatchewan Research Council , Canada, Dr. A. Ramachandran, Director, Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation Research, Anna University, Chennai, Prof. H. Devaraj, Member, Syndicate – VC-Convenor’s Committee, University of Madras, Thiru Harish L. Metha, Member, Syndicate – VC-Convenor’s Committee, University of Madras, Dr. S. Karunanidhi, Member, Syndicate, Prof & Head, Department of Psychology, University of Madras, Dr. S. Armstrong , Conference Chairman & Reader and Head (i/c), Department of English , University of Madras and Dr. E. Murugan, Conference Secretary &Reader, Department of Physical Chemistry, University of Madras were present.
15 Sep 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Flag Day of the National Association for the Blind at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (15.09.2009). CA. P. Chandrasekar, Hony.Treasurer, Thiru M. Ezhil, Hony. General Secretary, Mrs. Naz, Committee Member, National Association for the Blind, Tamil Nadu Branch and Selvan. Saikrishna were present. Selvan. Saikrishna, a visually impaired boy who had won the National Chess Championship for juniors and had recently represented India in the International Chess Championship for visually impaired held in Sweden called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu and got his blessings at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (15.09.2009).
11 Sep 2009	Inspector General A. Rajasekhar, PTM,TM, Commander, Coast Guard Region (East) called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(11.09.2009). The meeting was a courtesy call.
10 Sep 2009	Shri Rahul Gandhi, M.P. called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (10.09.2009). The Governor presented a shawl and a copy of his books “My Tryst With Freedom” and “My Other Two daughters.
07 Sep 2009	Mr. Pierre Fournier, Consul General of France in Puducherry & Chennai called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (07.09.2009). The Governor presented a shawl and a memento to him. The meeting was a courtesy call.
05 Sep 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the Coffee Table Book on Madras Gymkhana Club on the occasion of its 125th Anniversary at Chennai today (05.09.2009). Mr. Andrew T. Simkin, US Consul General received the first copy. Thiru Arvind Ramarathnam, President, Thiru N.A. Mirza, Vice- President, Thiru P.V.S. Vencatasubramaniam, Honorary Secretary and Thiru Ishwar Achanta, Treasurer of the Madras Gymkhana Club were present.
05 Sep 2009	Inspector General S.P.S. Basra, YSM, PTM, TM, Commander, Coast Guard Region (East) called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (05.09.2009). The meeting was a courtesy call.
03 Sep 2009	Ms.Julia Gillard, M.P., Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and Minister for Education, Employment & Workplace Relations & Social Inclusion called on His Excellency Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (3.09.2009). The Governor presented a shawl, a memento and his book 'My Other Two Daughters'. The meeting was a courtesy call.
24 Aug 2009	Vice Admiral Anil Chopra, AVSM, Director General, Indian Coast Guard called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (24.08.2009). Inspector General S.P.S. Basra, YSM, PTM, TM, Commander, Coast Guard Region (East) and Thiru Hans Raj Verma, I.A.S., Secretary to Governor were present.
22 Aug 2009	Dr.C.Swaminathan, the newly appointed Vice Chancellor, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore called on His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (22.08.2009).
20 Aug 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu administered Communal Harmony Pledge to the Officers and Staff of Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (20.08.2009).
15 Aug 2009	His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu hosted Independence Day Reception "At Home" at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (15.08.2009). Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi participated in the Independence Day Reception. The invitees met the Governor and Chief Minister and exchanged Independence Day Greetings.
14 Aug 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu launched the Tamil Devotional Album “Emberumanae” of Thiru P.P.Venket at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (14.08.2009). Thiru P.P. Venkat, Dr. P.B. Srinivas, Shri. Neyveli Santhanagopalan and Smt. Sudha Ragunathan were present.
13 Aug 2009	Staff and their family members of Raj Bhavan were screened at the awareness camp about the SWINE FLU (H1N1) conducted by the Medical Team of Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital in co-ordination with the Medical Team of Raj Bhavan at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (13.08.2009).
09 Aug 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu distributed books to the students at the 19th Annual Book Distribution function organised by Sri Sumathi Vishal Jain Educational Trust at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (09.08.2009). Shri Mannar Jawahar, Vice Chancellor, Anna University Chennai, Shri Abhayakumar Jain, President, Sri Rajasthani Jain Samaj, Chennai, Thiru Kishan Jain, Chairman, Sri Sumathi Vishal Jain Book Bank and Shri Sardamal Gothi, Managing Director, Sri Sumathi Vishal Jain Educational Trust were present.
04 Aug 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu launched the ‘Vriksha Raksha Bandhan’ – Rakhi Tying Ceremony to Trees at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (04.08.2009). Thiru M.B. Nirmal, Founder, Exnora International and Thiru M.V.M. Vel Murugan, CEO, Velammal Educational Trust were present.
01 Aug 2009	Vice Admiral Nirmal Kumar Verma, PVSM, AVSM, ADC, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command ( Chief of Naval Staff - Designate) calls on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Banala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (01.08.2009).
01 Aug 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu presented Doctorate to Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru M.K. Stalin, Music Maestro Thiru A.R. Rahman and Space Scientist Thiru Mylswamy Annadurai at the Special Convocation of Anna University Chennai on 01.08.2009 at Chennai.
29 Jul 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Third Hepatitis B Vaccination Camp for Raj Bhavan staff and their family members organized by the MedIndia Hospitals by handing over the Hepatitis B Vaccination Kit to Dr. R. Sabaratnavel, Medical Officer, Raj Bhavan at Chennai today (29.07.2009). Dr.T.S. Chandrasekar, Chairman, MedIndia Institute of Medical Specialities, Dr. K. Meer Mustafa Hussain, Vice-Chancellor, The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University and Dr. M. Ahmed Ali, Advisor, MedIndia Academy were present.
29 Jul 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu inaugurated the Toll Free Digestive Diseases Helpline No. 12789 of MedIndia Hospitals at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (29.07.2009). Dr. T.S. Chandrasekar, Chairman, MedIndia Institute of Medical Specialties, Thiru Pa. Paramanandham, Principal General Manager, BSNL, Chennai, Dr. K. Meer Mustafa Hussain, Vice-Chancellor, The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University and Dr. M. Ahmed Ali, Advisor, MedIndia Academy were present.
26 Jul 2009	Hon’ble Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Immigration of Papua New Guinea Mr. Samuel T. Abal called on His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(26.07.2009). Mrs Anna Abal, wife of Minister was present. The Governor present a shawl to them.
26 Jul 2009	Hon’ble Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Immigration of Papua New Guinea Mr. Samuel T. Abal called on His Excellency Shri Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(26.07.2009). Mrs Anna Abal, wife of Minister, Mr Tarcisius Eri, High Commissioner of Papua New Guinea to India in New Delhi, Mr.Frank Mizigi, Director, Development Corporation, Papua New Guinea and Mr. Maimu Raka Nau, First Secretary to Minister were present
23 Jul 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu released the Aman Foundation Logo at the Conference on “Elimination of Ragging” at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(23.07.2009). The Logo was received by Dr. Mannar Jawahar, Vice-Chancellor, Anna University Chennai, Prof. Raj Kachroo, Founder Trustee, Aman Satya Kachroo Trust, Gurgoan and Dr. S. Ramachandran, Vice-Chancellor, University of Madras were present.
23 Jul 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu flagged off the CoolCab.in at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (23.07.2009). Thiru Rajender Singh, MD Cool Cab Services and other dignitaries were present.
17 Jul 2009	Mr. P.M. Amza, Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka for Southern India called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today(17.07.2009). The Governor presented a shawl to the Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka. Mr. M.K. Pathmanaathan, Minister Counsellor/ Head of Chancery, office of the Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in Chennai was present. The meeting was a courtesy call.
09 Jul 2009	Thiru G. Veerapandian, Rank Holder, Civil Services Examination called on His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (09.07.2009). Thiru Veerapandian’s family members were also present.
09 Jul 2009	His Excellency Thiru Surjit Singh Barnala, Governor of Tamil Nadu launched the Web Portal “www.hardum.com” created by Hardum Team ( Alumnus of Anna University Chennai) at Raj Bhavan, Chennai today (09.07.2009). Dr.P. Mannar Jawahar, Vice-Chancellor, Anna University Chennai, Padmashree Kamal Hassan, Smt. Amrit Sandhu, Governor’s Daughter, Thiru Harshavardan and Thiru Hans Raj Verma, I.A.S., Secretary to Governor were present.