Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday criticised the West Bengal government, alleging that it showed "glaring disregard for protocol and humiliated" President Droupadi Murmu during her recent visit to the state.
"Why don't you protest when atrocities are committed against tribals? Why don't you protest when it happens in Madhya Pradesh or Chhattisgarh? First, do something for them, then say anything. Don't play politics at the time of the election, as per the BJP's advice," Banerjee said.
"Women are the foundation of our society and nation. They have demonstrated their talent and hard work in various fields including education, science, sports, art and defence," President Murmu wrote in her message.
"This is shameful and unprecedented. Everyone who believes in democracy and the empowerment of tribal communities is disheartened. The pain and anguish expressed by Rashtrapati Ji, who herself hails from a tribal community, has caused immense sadness in the minds of the people of India,"
President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday voiced disappointment over the arrangements for the 9th International Santal Conference, questioning the choice of venue and expressing sadness that many members of the Santal community were unable to attend the event. She also remarked on the absence
Referring to the political weakening of Shiv Sena in Maharashtra and Akali Dal in Punjab, Rai implied that the BJP is following a similar pattern in Bihar. He further accused the JD(U) of becoming a "stooge of the BJP."
"Is the Modi government running the country, making decisions for the country, or are decisions being made elsewhere and imposed on India? Who is making the decisions? Modi, where are you hiding? Let someone else step forward who can at least make decisions for the good of the country. Mo
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Saturday tendered his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu. In the Indian political system, the Governor of a state is appointed by the President and, therefore, must submit their resignation directly to the President.
Speaking to reporters, VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan reacted to the sudden transfer of Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi to West Bengal, suggesting that the administrative transition may pose new challenges for the state.