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Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim Resigns Amid TMC Turmoil and Internal Revolt
TMC meltdown: Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim resigns with Mamata’s nod as party splits in two
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Firhad Hakim has resigned as Kolkata's Mayor with the approval of TMC leader Mamata Banerjee, amid a party crisis following the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. His resignation reflects broader discontent within the Trinamool Congress, as internal rifts and a rebellion led by expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee intensify.
- 01Firhad Hakim resigned due to administrative challenges and internal strife within the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC).
- 02His departure follows significant losses for the TMC in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, where the BJP gained ground.
- 03Nearly 60 TMC MLAs support Ritabrata Banerjee's claim as Leader of Opposition, highlighting a factional split in the party.
- 04The resignation is part of a broader rebellion against the party's leadership, particularly targeting the influence of Abhishek Banerjee.
- 05The TMC has dissolved its frontal organizations for introspection as it grapples with internal dissent and the potential for a split.
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Firhad Hakim, a senior leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Mayor of Kolkata, resigned from his position on Wednesday with the consent of party leader Mamata Banerjee. His resignation comes amid a crisis in the TMC following its poor performance in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) made significant gains in Kolkata. Hakim cited increasing administrative difficulties and internal conflicts within the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) as reasons for his departure. His exit coincides with a rebellion led by expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee, who has garnered support from nearly 60 TMC MLAs claiming majority backing to become the Leader of Opposition. This internal strife has resulted in accusations of forgery against the party leadership, further complicating the situation. The TMC has responded by dissolving its organizations for introspection, as it faces the challenge of maintaining unity and preparing for upcoming KMC elections. Hakim's resignation underscores the growing discontent within the party and the potential for a significant split.
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Hakim's resignation and the internal revolt could destabilize the TMC's governance in Kolkata, affecting local administration and upcoming elections.
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