President Murmu criticises Bengal Government for protocol failures at Darjeeling event President Droupadi Murmu expressed disappointment with the West Bengal Government for failing to follow proper protocol during her visit to an event in Darjeeling district. The President also lamented the absence of state ministers at the gathering, which she described as a personal affront. “I am also a daughter of Bengal... Mamata Didi is also my sister, my younger sister. I don’t know if she was angry with me; that’s why this happened,” Ms. Murmu said, referring to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. She emphasized that the presence of state leaders during her visits is essential, stating, “If the President visits a place, the Chief Minister and the Ministers should also come. But she did not.” The State Government had relocated the International Santhal Conference, where the President was participating, from Bidhannagar to Gossainpur in Bagdogra, citing concerns about overcrowding. Murmu criticized this decision, arguing that the original venue had sufficient space to accommodate attendees. “Had the programme been held there, it would have been better. There is ample space there, and many people could have attended,” she said. The President accused the state administration of prioritizing logistical convenience over the welfare of tribal communities. “Today’s programme is being held at such a place that it is difficult for people to come here. Perhaps the State Government does not want the welfare of tribals, and that is why they were prevented from coming here,” she added. The event was initially scheduled for Bidhannagar under Phansidewa but was moved to Gossainpur, located on the outskirts of Siliguri.#mamata_banerjee #west_bengal_government #president_droupadi_murmu #international_santhal_conference #darjeeling_district
