Raj Bhavan employee alleges sexual harassment by West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose

A female employee working at Kolkata’s Raj Bhavan has come forward with allegations of harassment against West Bengal Governor Dr CV Ananda Bose. The serious accusations have prompted the employee to file a formal complaint with the Hare Street Police Station.

Reports indicate that law enforcement authorities are actively investigating the complaint and the allegations made by the employee.

The timing of these allegations is significant as they emerge just prior to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled two-day visit to West Bengal, during which he will be participating in rallies for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections in 2024.

CV Ananda Bose, a retired 1977 batch IAS officer, assumed the role of West Bengal Governor on November 23, 2022. His tenure has been marked by troubling accusations, which have drawn attention and concern from various quarters.

The specifics of the allegations against Governor CV Ananda Bose have not been detailed publicly, but the gravity of the situation is underscored by the employee’s decision to formally report the matter to law enforcement. The police’s involvement signifies a swift response to ensure a fair and thorough investigation into the allegations.

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Meanwhile, TMC MP Sagarika Ghose took to Twitter and wrote, “BIG. Bengal governor  CV Ananda Bose accused of molesting a woman. How utterly APPALLING and HORRIFYING. Ahead of @narendramodi visit to Kolkata who is supposed to stay overnight at Raj Bhavan, a woman has alleged that she was molested while she went to meet the Governor at Raj Bhavan today. The complainant has been taken to the Hare Street police station for filing a complaint.  The woman has accused the Governor of molesting her.  Shocking and disgraceful.”

Molestation charges against Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose puts the prestige of the Raj Bhavan in Kolkata at stake. PM ⁦@narendramodi⁩ is scheduled to arrive in Kolkata today and stay overnight at the Raj Bhavan. Will Modi ask CV Ananda Bose for an explanation? pic.twitter.com/LFN8Rdemys

— Sagarika Ghose (@sagarikaghose) May 2, 2024

In response, the Raj Bhavan, the official residence of the Governor, in a series of tweets said, “To the Raj Bhavan staff who expressed solidarity with Hon’ble Governor Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose against whom some derogatory narratives were circulated by two disgruntled employees as agents of political parties, Hon’ble Governor said: Truth shall triumph. I refuse to be cowed down by engineered narratives. If anybody wants some election benefits by maligning me, God Bless them. But they cannot stop my fight against corruption and violence in Bengal.”

To the Raj Bhavan staff who expressed solidarity with Hon’ble Governor Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose against whom some derogatory narratives were circulated by two disgruntled employees as agents of political parties, Hon’ble Governor said:

— Raj Bhavan Kolkata (@BengalGovernor) May 2, 2024

The emergence of such allegations within the context of political events, including the Prime Minister’s imminent visit, adds a layer of complexity to the situation. It remains to be seen how these developments will unfold and impact the ongoing political landscape in West Bengal.

Governor CV Ananda Bose’s position and background as a retired senior civil servant lend weight to the seriousness of the allegations.

The accusations against a public figure in such a prominent role highlight the challenges and sensitivities surrounding workplace conduct and accountability, especially within government institutions.

The incident has sparked public interest and raised questions about the handling of misconduct allegations within high-profile governmental settings. As the investigation progresses, stakeholders and the public will be closely monitoring developments and awaiting further clarity on the situation surrounding the allegations against West Bengal Governor Dr CV Ananda Bose.