West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee,has shared her stand on ‘ Venue& Protocol ‘ issue during President of India’s visit to Santhal Conference. ‘International Santal Council, a private organisation, invited Hon’ble President to the 9th International Adivasi Santal Conference in Siliguri’.
‘After Advanced Security Liaison, district administration flagged in writing to the President’s Secretariat that the organiser appeared inadequately prepared; the concern was also conveyed telephonically ‘.
‘The President’s Secretariat advance team visited on 05.03.26, was apprised of the lack of arrangements, yet the programme continued as scheduled.’
‘Hon’ble President was received and seen off by Mayor Siliguri Municipal Corporation, DM Darjeeling and CP Siliguri Police Commissionerate strictly as per the approved lineup shared by the President’s Secretariat. CM, West Bengal was not part of the lineup or the dais plan. No protocol lapse happened on part of district administration.’
‘BJP is disrespecting and misusing the highest chair in the country for its own party agenda. Most unfortunate ‘
