West Bengal Governor Seeks Report from Mamata Banerjee on Shelter Comments

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose has requested a detailed report from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee regarding her statement on offering shelter to people from violence-stricken Bangladesh. The Raj Bhavan emphasized that such external affairs are under the purview of the central government, noting the constitutional implications of Banerjee's remarks.

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose has formally requested Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to submit a comprehensive report regarding her public statement offering shelter to those affected by violence in Bangladesh. The Raj Bhavan clarified in a social media post that managing external affairs, including the admission of foreign nationals, is the responsibility of the central government.

The governor expressed concerns that a chief minister taking such actions independently could be seen as a serious constitutional breach. He urged the need to adhere to constitutional proprieties and sought clarification on whether any measures were being taken without the required concurrence from the Union government.

The governor's statements highlighted the potential impact on the border areas and the demographic balance within the state. An officer on special duty also noted that the Raj Bhavan's communication is intended for internal purposes and should not be quoted as official statements from the governor.