The Congress party launched a scathing attack on Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, accusing him of engaging in political 'poaching' rather than focusing on his responsibilities. This criticism emerged after reports indicated that Yadav hosted a meeting with approximately a dozen dissident MPs from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), suggesting escalating unrest within the party. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh emphasized that Yadav's role should be to combat poaching, not participate in it. The TMC is currently grappling with significant internal dissent, highlighted by the resignation of veteran Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Shekhar Ray and a letter from 20 Lok Sabha MPs pledging support for the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). This turmoil is compounded by a recent incident where 58 of the TMC's 80 MLAs defied party leadership by electing expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee as the Leader of the Opposition, signaling a potential shift in the party's dynamics. The ongoing crisis raises questions about the TMC's stability and future direction amid growing opposition pressure.