In a recent interview, senior advocate Mahesh Jethmalani condemned West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's refusal to resign after her party's defeat in the state elections. He labeled her behavior as 'unpardonable' and a 'challenge to the whole democratic system.' Jethmalani stated that once election results are certified, Banerjee should no longer hold her position and called for her formal dismissal by the Governor. He expressed satisfaction with her defiance, suggesting it would make it easier for the Governor to take action. Banerjee, who has served three consecutive terms, claimed that the election results were manipulated, alleging that 100 seats were 'stolen' from her party. In response, Jethmalani advised her to pursue legal action if she believes she has evidence of wrongdoing. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma echoed these sentiments, asserting that the country does not operate according to Banerjee's whims and that she will be dismissed if she does not resign.