West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has reportedly received a chilling death threat via email, prompting an immediate escalation in his security detail. Despite the gravity of the message—which allegedly contained the phrase “Will Blast Him”, the Governor remains unfazed, even suggesting he would prefer to navigate the city without his protective entourage.
A Message of Defiance
Following the threat, security agencies increased the Governor’s protection. Currently, as the state’s constitutional head, Governor Bose is entitled to Z+ category security. However, in a surprising reaction to the news, the Governor revealed that he had requested to walk the streets of Kolkata unaccompanied.
“I proposed that I should be allowed to move around without security personnel,” Governor Bose stated. “But my security team, bound by their professional duty, did not permit it.”
He expressed a profound trust in the local population, adding that he believes the citizens of Kolkata will ensure his safety and that no harm will come to him.
Legal and Constitutional Stance
When questioned by journalists regarding the threat and recent administrative friction, the Governor pivoted to the legal implications of obstructing constitutional figures. One individual has already been detained in connection with the threatening email.
On the Investigation: Bose declined to comment on the specifics, citing that it is now a “judicial matter.”
On Administrative Conduct: He emphasized that obstructing a public servant is a criminal offense. “No matter how high a person’s rank, they are bound by their responsibilities. If someone obstructs a constitutional authority, they lose the right to hold their position,” he remarked.
Context of State Relations
This incident follows a period of heightened activity for the Governor, who recently met with President Droupadi Murmu. During that meeting, he presented a manifesto outlining necessary steps for the state’s development—a move he insists is based on his constitutional observations rather than political motives.
While Governor Bose has frequently raised concerns regarding the law-and-order situation in West Bengal, his latest stance suggests a desire to remain accessible to the public, even in the face of direct threats.