Bengal Governor RN Ravi calls for nation-centric journalism, criticises past govts
The Governor stressed the role of media in nation-building, cautioning against misinformation and sensationalism.
The Governor stressed the role of media in nation-building, cautioning against misinformation and sensationalism.
During his visit, he will first visit a historic gurdwara in the Sarbari area in Old Malda and later participate in a cultural programme at the Kalachand High School ground.
Governor RN Ravi highlighted the government’s efforts to restore law and order, curb illegal infiltration, improve women’s safety, and revive economic growth through industrial development and welfare initiatives.
The Governor said that he met the victim as he wanted to come to ground zero and understand the suffering of the people affected.
Governor Ananda Bose reportedly informed the Raj Bhavan staff that no criminal proceedings can be initiated against Governors during their term of office.
The cabinet has also passed a proposal to appoint the Chief Minister as the Principal of the University of Health, Agriculture, Animal and Fisheries Sciences instead of the Governor.
Already an appeal from Saumitra Khan, one the BJP Lok Sabha members from West Bengal, has gone to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, demanding a central agency probe in the matter.
Mr Dhankhar urged the Trinamul Congress-led state government to "start self-criticism."
The MHA has also asked the West Bengal Governor to send a report on the law and order situation in the state.
BJP leaders in Bengal have been demanding imposition of President's Rule in the state, citing "breakdown of the rule of law" as reason.
