Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee had been named for India's third-highest civilian honour - the Padma Bhushan along with Congress's Ghulam Nabi Azad.Former West Bengal Chief Minister and veteran CPI(M) leader Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee on Tuesday refused Padma Bhushan award.
The Ministry of Home Affairs had earlier in the day announced Padma awards and Mr. Bhattacharjee’s name was among the recipient of Padma Bhushan.He was given awards in public affairs .Presently ,The 77-year-old politician has been away from public life due to his failing health.