In a shocking development, the West Bengal government has taken a bold step regarding the security cover of former India captain Sourav Ganguly. The former BCCI president, who has enjoyed high-level security for the last few years, will now see a reduction in the protection provided to him following a fresh review by West Bengal’s security agencies.
The development comes after the newly formed West Bengal government, headed by Suvendu Adhikari of the BJP, carried out a detailed reassessment of security arrangements provided to several VIPs in the state.
During the review, officials analyzed the latest threat perception reports and decided that Ganguly no longer requires the same level of protection that he had been receiving.
Back in 2023, Sourav Ganguly's security cover was upgraded from the "Y" category to the more extensive "Z" category. The decision at that time was taken after an administrative review by the authorities. As part of the upgrade, the former BCCI president received a much larger security team.
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Under the "Z" category arrangement, around 8 to 10 police personnel were assigned to Ganguly’s protection. Security officers were stationed at his residence in Behala, Kolkata, while armed escorts accompanied him whenever he traveled within the state.
The arrangement ensured round-the-clock protection and placed the legendary Indian cricketer among the prominent personalities receiving one of the highest levels of security in West Bengal.
Before that upgrade, Sourav Ganguly was protected under the "Y" category. Under this system, three Special Branch police personnel were assigned to his security, while another group of officers was posted outside his residence. Compared to the "Z" category, the security presence was much smaller.
Sourav Ganguly moved back to 'Y' category security after latest review
Now, after the latest assessment, the current West Bengal government has decided to withdraw the enhanced "Z" category cover and give Sourav Ganguly back the "Y" category security. However, the former legend will continue to receive police security, but it will be according to the revised threat assessment prepared by the state's security wing as reported by NDTV.
Officials have reportedly made it clear that the decision should not be seen as an action directed specifically at Ganguly. Instead, it is part of a broader exercise being carried out across the state to review VIP security arrangements. The aim is to ensure that security deployment matches an individual's current role, responsibilities, and threat perception.
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West Bengal Government clarifies security cut
According to the latest review, Ganguly's present state does not require the continuation of "Z" category protection. Since he is not currently holding a constitutional post or a major official position, authorities felt that he doesn’t need such a high level of security.
However, Ganguly remains one of the most respected and influential personalities in Indian cricket and will continue to enjoy the "Y" category security from the government. He is currently serving as the president of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB).
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