"I do not answer the questions of any government office": CV Anand Bose

In an ongoing conflict between the Governor of the state, CV Anand Bose, and CM Mamata Banerjee, the controversy regarding the appointment of vice-chancellors for state universities has intensified. The Higher Education Department submitted an eight-point argument, emphasizing the significance of the state government and the higher education department in university matters, challenging the authority of the governor in these appointments. The conflict escalated on January 5, when Raj Bhavan asserted its exclusive authority to appoint and re-appoint vice-chancellors, instructing universities to consult them before contacting the Higher Education Department.

It is the conflict, Governor CV Anand Bose's statement regarding the higher education department's letter on this day, he does not answer the questions of any department. The government exchanged with the Governor. A reply will be given when the letter comes from the government. Regarding the Governor's comments, Education Minister X-Handle wrote in the evening, "The Governor said that he does not answer questions from any government department".

The Higher Education Department responded with a counter-letter, asserting the constitutional limits of the governor's role and highlighting the duties and powers of the state government in managing universities. The letter also referenced financial support from the state, Supreme Court orders, and state laws that mandate communication through the governor's office. The exchange of letters has led to a standoff, with Governor CV Anand Bose declining to respond to questions from government departments, sparking further tension between the governor and the state government.