West Bengal’s political waters have been stirred by Governor C.V. Anand Bose’s unexpected resignation submitted to President Droupadi Murmu. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, visibly rattled, has launched a sharp critique against the central government, questioning the timing and motives behind the move.
In a pointed X post, Banerjee revealed her dismay: ‘The sudden resignation of Governor C.V. Anand Bose has left me shocked and troubled. Reasons are unclear, but with state elections looming, pressure from the Union Home Minister for political advantage wouldn’t surprise me.’ She highlighted a recent conversation where the Home Minister notified her of R.N. Ravi’s impending appointment without prior consultation, a departure from established conventions.
‘This disregards constitutional ethos and erodes federal principles,’ she wrote, calling for respect toward democratic traditions and state dignity. Bose’s exit, with 18 months remaining in his tenure that began in 2022, raises eyebrows about underlying pressures in the governor-CM dynamic, which has been fraught with disputes over governance issues.
The development amplifies long-standing accusations of the center encroaching on state autonomy. TMC leaders have rallied behind Banerjee, viewing it as another instance of BJP’s meddling. Meanwhile, the opposition welcomes potential shifts, but official word on the resignation and new appointment remains pending. This episode could redefine power equations in West Bengal as electoral battles intensify.