KOLKATA — Former West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose stated on Sunday, March 8, 2026, that his recent resignation was a “conscious decision” made with full awareness of the political landscape. Speaking to reporters at the Kolkata airport, Bose maintained a stoic stance regarding the specific motivations behind his abrupt exit, asserting that the details would remain confidential until the “right time” arrives.
In a move that has sparked significant political speculation across the state, Bose revealed that he has officially shifted his voting base from his native Kerala to West Bengal. The transition was finalized just a week before he tendered his resignation to the President. “The rules of this game include knowing when it ends,” Bose remarked metaphorically, suggesting that his departure was a strategic conclusion to his gubernatorial tenure rather than an unplanned development. He confirmed his intention to return to Bengal specifically to cast his vote in the upcoming electoral proceedings.
When pressed for his views on the recent public friction between the President and the state government—specifically regarding President Droupadi Murmu’s remarks on protocol lapses during her visit to Siliguri—Bose chose to remain diplomatic. While acknowledging the President’s immense experience and dignity, he declined to offer a direct commentary on her statements. “She must have had her reasons for saying what she said, but I am no one to comment on the President’s words,” he added.
Bose’s tenure in West Bengal was frequently marked by jurisdictional friction with the ruling Trinamool Congress, particularly over university appointments and administrative oversight. His decision to remain a registered voter in the state suggests that while his role as Governor has ended, his involvement in Bengal’s public or political sphere may be entering a new chapter. Observers are now closely watching for his next move, especially as the state prepares for its next phase of political transition.
