R.N. Ravi Sworn in as West Bengal's New Governor
Synopsis
In a significant political event, R.N. Ravi, a former Intelligence Bureau chief, has been sworn in as the new Governor of West Bengal. His appointment arrives just ahead of crucial Assembly elections, raising questions about its implications for the state's political landscape.
Key Takeaways
Ravi takes office as West Bengal's Governor.
The ceremony was held at Lok Bhavan .
Notable absences included Suvendu Adhikari and BJP representatives.
Ananda Bose , who resigned unexpectedly.
This appointment occurs ahead of crucial Assembly elections.
Kolkata, March 12 (NationPress) R.N. Ravi, a distinguished former super-cop of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and ex-Governor of Tamil Nadu, officially took the oath as the new Governor of West Bengal on Thursday morning.
The swearing-in ceremony commenced at 11:30 a.m. at Lok Bhavan (previously known as Raj Bhavan) in Kolkata. The Calcutta High Court Chief Justice, Sujoy Paul, administered the oath in the presence of notable figures including West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Speaker of the Assembly Biman Bandopadhyay, and Biman Bose, the Chairman of the Left Front.
Interestingly, the Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, was absent despite receiving an invitation, and there was no representation from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the event.
Ravi takes over from C.V. Ananda Bose, who unexpectedly resigned on March 5, the same day Ravi's appointment was announced. Ravi arrived in Kolkata the day before, while Bose departed for his hometown in Kerala.
Before his departure, Bose shared an emotional “Open Letter” on Lok Bhavan’s social media, expressing his enduring bond with the people of West Bengal.
Ravi becomes the second IB super-cop to be appointed as the West Bengal Governor in the past fifteen years.
Prior to the pivotal 2011 Assembly elections that ended a 34-year Left Front rule and ushered in the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress, former IB chief and National Security Adviser M.K. Narayanan served as the Governor.
This appointment of former IB super-cop Ravi comes at a crucial time as West Bengal prepares for significant Assembly elections later this year.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ravi sworn in?
Ravi was sworn in as the Governor of West Bengal on March 12.
What is the significance of this appointment?
Ravi's appointment comes just before crucial Assembly elections, raising questions about its political implications.
Who administered the oath?
The oath was administered by Chief Justice Sujoy Paul of the Calcutta High Court.
Was the opposition present at the ceremony?
No, the Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, and representatives from the BJP were absent.
