New Delhi, March 7 Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday described the "oversights" in President Droupadi Murmu's event in West Bengal as unfortunate, saying the high constitutional office must always receive the respect it deserves.
President Murmu on Saturday expressed her dismay over the low turnout at a tribal community event held near Bagdogra airport, questioning the decision to move the venue from Bidhannagar.
She also noted the absence of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her ministers during her visit.
"The office of the Hon'ble President is the highest constitutional office of our Republic and must always receive the dignity, protocol, and respect it deserves," Radhakrishnan posted on X.
He lamented the "oversight" in arrangements befitting Murmu's constitutional position as unfortunate.
The vice president asserted that the sanctity of the president's office must always be maintained and due respect accorded to the highest office of the nation.
Separately, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the West Bengal government of disrespecting President Murmu during her visit to the state, saying it was "shameful and unprecedented" and the TMC dispensation "truly crossed all limits."
