Controversy Erupts Over Bharat Mata Portrait at Kerala Event

Kerala Minister Boycotts Event at Governor House Citing Tributes to Bharat Mata Portrait

Speaking on the issue, Governor Rajendra Arlekar said his office cannot remove the photo of Bharat Mata.

Kerala Minister Boycotts Raj Bhavan Event Over Bharat Mata Portrait; Governor Stands Firm

Kerala's government boycotted a World Environment Day event at Raj Bhavan due to a Bharat Mata portrait, allegedly linked to RSS, deeming it unconstitutional.

No official version of Bharat Mata portrait, so cannot be allowed in govt events: Kerala govt

Kerala govt refuses to allow Bharat Mata portrait at official events, citing lack of official recognition. Tensions rise with Governor Arlekar over political symbolism.

Kerala Governor calls Bharat Mata 'symbol of nation' amidst political row

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Row over Bharat Mata image, Kerala govt moves event out of Raj Bhavan

This is the first time that the CPI(M)-led Kerala government has openly expressed its displeasure with the Raj Bhavan after the current Governor, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, assumed office early this year.

Controversy Erupts Over Bharat Mata Portrait at Kerala Event

The presence of a Bharat Mata portrait at a World Environment Day event at Kerala's Raj Bhavan sparked controversy, leading to a boycott by the state government. Governor Arlekar insisted on maintaining the portrait, while state officials, citing constitutional norms, held a separate event.