The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is poised to enhance its parliamentary strength as nearly 20 rebel MPs from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, have sought recognition as a separate group aligned with the NDA. This move follows the resignation of TMC Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy and reflects growing factionalism within the TMC after its recent electoral setbacks. Dastidar emphasized that the split was a response to the Assembly election results in West Bengal, stating that the TMC's future should align with the NDA. Currently, the NDA commands 293 seats in the Lok Sabha and 149 in the Rajya Sabha, bolstered by support from 20 of TMC's 28 Lok Sabha MPs. The NDA is also exploring alliances with other parties, including the DMK, which holds 22 Lok Sabha seats. The potential shift in power dynamics could facilitate the passage of significant legislation, such as the Delimitation Bill and the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, both of which require extensive political backing. Additionally, the resignation of Roy has weakened the TMC's presence in the Rajya Sabha, raising concerns about further defections.