India, March 8 -- Former West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Sunday said he took a "conscious decision" by resigning from the post but would remain a "proud voter" of the state.

"I have taken a conscious decision to resign. The reasons behind this will remain confidential till the time comes," Bose, who submitted his papers on Thursday, told the media at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata on Sunday afternoon.

"I did not resign in Delhi. I resigned in Kolkata," Bose said, indicating that he flew to the national capital after quitting. "In every game there is a time for entry and exit. I decided it is time for my exit," he said.

Bose's remarks fuelled speculation in political circles after West Bengal chie...