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Mamata Banerjee questions Bengal governor change ahead of polls| India News

Mamata Banerjee questions Bengal governor change ahead of polls| India News

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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday expressed shock over the resignation of Governor C V Ananda Bose and said she would not be surprised if pressure had been exerted by Union Home Minister Amit Shah behind the change in the state’s gubernatorial post ahead of the Assembly elections. Kolkata, India – March 2, 2026: Chief Minister of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee speaks in the pre-holi celebration named ‘Dolyatra and Holir Milan Utsav’ at Netaji Indoor Stadium in Kolkata, India, on Monday, March 2, 2026. (Photo by Samir Jana/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times) Reacting to the development, Banerjee said the reasons behind Bose’s resignation were not known to her but suggested the move could be linked to political interests. “I am shocked and deeply concerned by the sudden news of the resignation of Shri C V Ananda Bose, the Governor of West Bengal,” she wrote, adding that given the prevailing circumstances she would not be surprised if the governor had been subjected to pressure from the Union home minister “to serve certain political interests …

RN Ravi Replaces CV Ananda Bose Ahead Of West Bengal Assembly Elections. Who Is He? | India News

RN Ravi Replaces CV Ananda Bose Ahead Of West Bengal Assembly Elections. Who Is He? | India News

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Last Updated:March 05, 2026, 21:56 IST Ananda Bose, who took charge as West Bengal Governor in 2022, resigned from his position just ahead of the Assembly elections this year. Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi (Photo: IANS) Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has replaced CV Ananda Bose as the Governor of West Bengal after the latter’s abrupt resignation ahead of the Assembly elections in the state. Ravi, who has had frequent confrontations with the MK Stalin-led DMK government in Tamil Nadu, has replaced Bose as the new Governor of West Bengal, confirmed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. “Union Home Minister just informed me that Shri R.N. Ravi is being appointed as Governor of West Bengal. He never consulted with me as per the established convention in this regard,” said Mamata Banerjee on X. I am shocked and deeply concerned by the sudden news of the resignation of Shri C. V. Ananda Bose, the Governor of West Bengal.The reasons behind his resignation are not known to me at this moment. However, given the prevailing circumstances, I would not …

Recalling run-ins as Mamata Banerjee vs CV Ananda Bose era ends| India News

Recalling run-ins as Mamata Banerjee vs CV Ananda Bose era ends| India News

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West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has resigned from his post after 3 and a half years in office, just weeks ahead of the assembly polls in the state. He was in the national capital, Delhi, when he stepped down. On several occasions, Governor CV Ananda Bose has criticised the functioning of the State government under Mamata Banerjee (PTI files) Confirming his resignation, Bose told the news agency PTI that he has “spent enough time at the Governor’s office”. However, he did not disclose the grounds for his sudden resignation or whether there was any political pressure that may have prompted it. He has shared a frosty relationship with West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, with several run-ins with the government on a host of issues. On several occasions, the Governor has criticised the functioning of the State government under Banerjee, particularly on the law and order situation, which evoked strong reactions from the TMC leadership since his appointment to the post in November 2022. CV Ananda Bose vs Mamata Banerjee The Raj Bhawan is …

West Bengal Governor seeks refund of expenses for 2024 convocation ceremony from removed interim VC of Jadavpur University | Kolkata News

West Bengal Governor seeks refund of expenses for 2024 convocation ceremony from removed interim VC of Jadavpur University | Kolkata News

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An order was issued from the West Bengal Raj Bhavan Saturday requesting a refund of the expenses incurred for the 2024 convocation ceremony of Jadavpur University. The letter was sent two days after Bhaskar Gupta was removed from his position as interim vice chancellor. In the order, Governor C V Ananda Bose wrote that Gupta “deliberately violated mandatory provisions” of the Jadavpur University Act by going ahead with the annual convocation on December 24, 2024, “knowing fully well that such action is highly irregular, illegal, indisciplined and amounts to insubordination”. The order further stated, “You are aware that issue of degree/ certificates arising out of an illegally convened convocation is ab-initio null and void and will jeopardise the future of the students. Under the circumstances, it is imperative to recover the university fund unauthorisedly expended by you for the conduct of illegal convocation.” Story continues below this ad Speaking to The Indian Express, former interim VC Gupta said, “I have nothing to say in this matter. Allegations can be made but I am not giving …

BJP state president writes to Governor CV Ananda Bose on Mamata Banerjee calling Maha Kumbh as Mritya Kumbh | Kolkata News

BJP state president writes to Governor CV Ananda Bose on Mamata Banerjee calling Maha Kumbh as Mritya Kumbh | Kolkata News

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West Bengal BJP state President and Minister of State for Education and DoNER Dr. Sukanta Majumdar has written to West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose in regards to the statement made by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee referring to Maha Kumbh as “ Mrituu MahaKumbh”. In the letter Majumdar writes , “ with deep anguish and strong protest against the recent statement made by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Ms. Mamata Banerjee, where she referred to the revered Maha Kumbh Mela as “Mrityu Mahakumbh ” during her address in the Vidhan Sabha. Such a statement is not only highly insensitive but also deeply offensive to millions of Hindus across the nation and beyond.” He further writes ,”The Kumbh Mela is one of the holiest gatherings in Hindu tradition, symbolizing faith, devotion, and spiritual awakening. By calling it “Mrityu Mahakumbh,” the Hon’ble Chief Minister has insulted the sentiments of croresof devotees who participate in this sacred event with utmost reverence. It is unfortunate that a person holding such a high constitutional position has …

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Molestation row: ‘Bengal guv must explain why he should not resign,’ says Mamata Banerjee | Latest News India

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West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday criticised governor CV Ananda Bose over allegations of molestation against him. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee at Balagar, Hooghly on Wednesday, May 08.(PTI) Addressing a poll rally in West Bengal’s Saptagram, Banerjee said that Bose must explain why he should not step down. The CM also asserted she would not step inside the Raj Bhavan till Bose remains the governor. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! “The governor says ‘didigiri’ (high-handedness) will not be tolerated…But, I say Mr Governor, your ‘dadagiri’ will not work anymore,” the TMC supremo was quoted as saying by PTI. “Bose must explain why he should not resign after such allegations were levelled against him,” she said. She also referred to the airing of the CCTV footage of May 2, the day the temporary employee in his office accused the governor of sexual assault, at the Raj Bhavan. Bose recently organised the screening in a bid to clear …

‘Sitting Beside Him Is Sin’: Mamata Banerjee Demands Bengal Governor’s Resignation Over Molestation Charges

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West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose (L). Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. (Images: PTI) “He must explain why he should not resign…Bengal Guv released edited CCTV footage of Raj Bhavan, I watched the entire video and its contents are shocking,” the West Bengal CM said West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday accused Governor CV Ananda Bose, accused of molestation by a former employee of Raj Bhavan, of showing ‘edited’ CCTV footage of the premises of May 2 to the common people. Demanding the Governor’s resignation, Banerjee said she would not visit the Raj Bhavan till Bose holds the constitutional chair. Addressing a Lok Sabha Election rally in Hooghly, the Trinamool Congress Chief said, “Governor CV Ananda Bose should resign. He has tortured women… He must explain why he should not resign…Bengal Guv released edited CCTV footage of Raj Bhavan, I watched the entire video and its contents are shocking.” Stating that she will not visit Raj Bhavan till Bose remains Bengal Governor, the Chief Minister said, “I feel sitting beside him is also sin.” …

West Bengal governor airs CCTV clip for public, shows complainant’s face while trying to clear his name | Latest News India

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A crowd of 50-odd people gathered in a dark room in the revered halls of Raj Bhavan in Kolkata for an unusual screening on Thursday. West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose was about to broadcast footage of May 2, the day a temporary employee in his office accused him of sexual assault, as part of an exercise meant to clear his name. To be sure, Bose was not present in the hall at the time of the screening but he was present within the premises of Raj Bhavan. West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose was not present in the hall at the time of the screening but he was present within the premises of Raj Bhavan (PTI) The audience was shown 69 minutes of footage from two CCTV cameras installed at the North Gate of Raj Bhavan. There was little action in the footage, which largely showed around 30 to 40 police personnel in white uniforms milling about the complex’s burly iron gates. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only …

Ahead of LS Polls, West Bengal Governor Launches ‘Log Sabha’ Initiative to Connect Directly with People

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West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Sandeshkhali. (Image: PTI) Under this initiative, citizens can communicate with the Governor by emailing [email protected] Following the announcement of the general election schedule by the Election Commission of India (ECI), West Bengal Governor C. V. Ananda Bose introduced an initiative called ‘Log Sabha’. Under this initiative, citizens can communicate with the Governor by emailing [email protected]. Sources told News18 that the Governor plans to visit election areas phase-wise and is in touch with the Election Commission. Sandeep Rajput, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to the West Bengal Governor, will serve as the nodal officer of the ‘Log Sabha’. On Saturday, the West Bengal Governor visited a school in Howrah, which functions as a conventional polling booth. During the visit, the Governor traveled in a Toto, interacting with locals along the route. Bose highlighted that his priority during this election would be to combat violence and corruption, emphasising that the people of the state deserve peace and transparency. “This election, I will be on the road from 6 am. …