Amid a row over “lapses” at President Droupadi Murmu’s event in West Bengal, the Centre has sought a response from the State Government by 5 p.m. on Sunday (March 8, 2026) over the “violations” of the rules related to protocol, venue and route arrangements during her visit, sources said.
In his letter to West Bengal Chief Secretary, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan sought a report from him over violation of the ‘Blue Book’ rules of protocol, venue and route arrangements, a government source said. The Chief Secretary has been asked to send the report by 5 p.m. on March 8.
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The ‘Blue Book’ is a confidential document which lists out rules for the security and protocol for the President, Vice-President, the Prime Minister and their families.
President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday (March 7, 2026) expressed disappointment with the State Government for changing the venue of the International Santal Conference in Darjeeling district and not adhering to the desired protocol to receive her at the event.
