Trinamool Congress Faces Internal Split as Rebel Faction Emerges
Rebel In TMC: Trinamool Splits In Two — Javed Khan, Shiuli Saha & The Full Rebel MLA List
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The Trinamool Congress in West Bengal has split into two factions, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, with nearly 60 MLAs supporting the rebellion. The group is demanding recognition of Banerjee as Leader of Opposition, highlighting significant dissent within the ruling party just weeks after the elections.
- 01A rebel faction within the Trinamool Congress is led by Ritabrata Banerjee and includes nearly 60 MLAs.
- 02The rebels are proposing Banerjee as Leader of Opposition and Sandipan Saha as Deputy Leader.
- 03The dissent includes several first-time MLAs and a notable number from the minority community in Murshidabad district.
- 04Prominent figures in the rebellion include former ministers Javed Khan and Shiuli Saha, both previously loyal to Mamata Banerjee.
- 05Some MLAs attending the Assembly did not openly support the rebellion, citing loyalty to Banerjee.
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The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has experienced a significant internal split following the recent election results, with a rebel faction emerging led by Ritabrata Banerjee, the MLA from Uluberia Purba. This faction has garnered support from nearly 60 MLAs, who have expressed their intent to write to the Speaker to recognize Banerjee as the Leader of Opposition. In addition, Sandipan Saha from Entally is proposed as Deputy Leader of Opposition, while Raghunathganj MLA Akhurzzaman is suggested as Chief Whip. The rebellion is notable not only for its size but also for the involvement of several first-time MLAs and a strong representation from the minority community in Murshidabad district. Key figures in this faction include former ministers Javed Khan and Shiuli Saha, both of whom were once considered close allies of TMC leader Mamata Banerjee. However, not all MLAs present at the Assembly openly supported the rebellion, with some reiterating their loyalty to Banerjee.
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The internal split within TMC could lead to a shift in political dynamics in West Bengal, affecting governance and party unity.
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