**West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose Receives Death Threat, Security Heightened**
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose received a death threat via email on Thursday night, leading to an immediate increase in his security measures, according to a senior official at Lok Bhavan. The email contained a threat to “blast” the governor and included a mobile number from the sender. Authorities have informed the Director General of Police (DGP) and requested the swift arrest of the individual responsible.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has been made aware of the threat, which has also been reported to the Union Home Ministry. In response to the situation, state police and the Central Reserve Police Force are collaborating to enhance security arrangements for the governor. Currently, Bose, who is already under Z-plus security, has approximately 60 to 70 central armed police personnel assigned to his protection.
Following the threat, a late-night meeting was convened among security agencies to assess the situation. Despite the alarming email, Governor Bose has reportedly expressed confidence in the people of West Bengal and plans to walk through the streets of Kolkata without security guards on Friday.
This incident is not the first time the governor has faced threats, and his office has previously raised concerns regarding security protocols, particularly the involvement of Kolkata Police at Raj Bhavan. The threat comes amid rising political tensions in the state, particularly after Chief Minister Banerjee’s confrontation with officials from the political consultancy firm I-PAC during Enforcement Directorate searches related to a coal smuggling case. Banerjee has accused the ED of seizing party-related materials and alleged misuse of central agencies by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
In light of these developments, the safety of public officials remains a critical concern, and the response from law enforcement will be closely monitored.
**FAQ**
**What measures are being taken to ensure the safety of Governor CV Ananda Bose?**
In response to the death threat, security for Governor CV Ananda Bose has been significantly increased, with additional central armed police personnel deployed to ensure his protection.
