Bengal Governor Offers Public Access to Raj Bhavan CCTV, Excludes CM and Police

Days following a temporary staffer's complaint at the Raj Bhavan in Kolkata alleging Governor C.V. Ananda Bose of misconduct, the Governor's office has unveiled a program named 'Sach Ke Samne' (In Front of Truth), offering public access to CCTV footage from within the Raj Bhavan premises.

According to an official statement released by the Governor's office and shared on its verified social media handle, the CCTV recordings are open for viewing to any resident of West Bengal, with the exception of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and representatives of the state police.

The statement declared, "Hon’ble Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has initiated the 'SACH KE SAMNE' program in light of baseless allegations by the police regarding the non-disclosure of CCTV footage related to an incident currently under unauthorized and unconstitutional investigation."

"The Hon’ble Governor has decreed that the CCTV footage is accessible to all residents of West Bengal, excluding politician Mamata Banerjee and her police force due to their publicly known stance," the statement continued.

Additionally, it outlined the procedure for citizens interested in viewing the CCTV footage, encouraging them to submit applications via email or contact the PBX number of the Raj Bhavan.

"The first one hundred applicants will have the opportunity to view the footage within the Raj Bhavan premises on May 9, 2024, at 11:30 a.m.," the statement concluded.

Recalling events from May 6, the Governor had accused the Chief Minister of engaging in reprehensible political tactics, showing no regard even for the Governor's office.

"I've consistently maintained that I'm not well-versed in politics. However, given the slanderous remarks made by the Chief Minister against me and her manner of speaking, it's evident that her political conduct is exceedingly unethical. I'll pray for her protection, although it seems even divine intervention won't suffice," the Governor had remarked.