President Droupadi Murmu recently expressed dissatisfaction during her visit to West Bengal, raising concerns about what she described as a lapse in official protocol. The issue reportedly emerged during an event linked to the International Santal Conference, where arrangements and attendance from state officials became a point of discussion. The President noted that the absence of key representatives from the state government during her arrival was unexpected and highlighted the importance of maintaining proper protocol during official visits.

The remarks triggered a political reaction from West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who rejected the allegations and suggested the issue was being politicized. According to reports, the controversy also involved a last-minute change in the venue of the event, which reportedly affected public participation and drew criticism from several political leaders. The incident has intensified the ongoing debate between the central leadership and the West Bengal government regarding protocol, governance, and political differences.

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