Bengal Strips BJP MP Ananta Maharaj of State Honour Over Remarks 'Insulting' Netaji The West Bengal government has withdrawn the Banga Bibhushan award from BJP MP Ananta Maharaj, a move sparked by his recent comments questioning Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's role in forming the Azad Hind Fauj.
The decision was made after Ananta Maharaj allegedly made remarks at a public meeting in Dinhata on July 19, suggesting that Netaji's legacy is still a subject of debate among scholars and historians.
The Banga Bibhushan award is one of West Bengal's highest civilian honors, typically bestowed upon individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields.