Controversy Erupts Over West Bengal's Treatment of President Murmu

Tamil Nadu BJP leader C R Kesavan condemned the West Bengal government for its handling of President Droupadi Murmu's visit, particularly over a venue refusal for an international Santhali conference. Kesavan criticized the TMC's protocol handling and expressed disappointment at the opposition's silence.

On Sunday, Tamil Nadu BJP leader C R Kesavan issued a scathing critique of the West Bengal government, condemning it for what he described as a 'brazen insult' to President Droupadi Murmu during her visit to the state.

The controversy centered on the TMC government's refusal to permit an international Santhali conference at its designated venue, which forced a relocation despite the President's planned attendance as the chief guest. Kesavan labeled this move a breach of protocol and decorum, fundamental principles in a constitutional democracy.

Criticizing the TMC, he accused them of harboring disdain for the tribal community and pointed out past inappropriate comments by TMC ministers about the President. Kesavan also challenged top opposition figures—Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, and DMK chief M K Stalin—for their silence. He demanded that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee apologize to the President, the tribal community, and the nation.

(With inputs from agencies.)