Alleged internal revolt in TMC triggers political buzz
A major political development has been reported within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal, with claims of an internal revolt challenging the leadership of party supremo Mamata Banerjee and MP Abhishek Banerjee. According to reports, the development unfolded shortly after the state’s first BJP-led government presented its budget in the Assembly, adding to the political tension in the state.
The report suggests that a section of TMC leaders, including MLAs and former municipal representatives, gathered in Kolkata and held a parallel meeting. During this meeting, they allegedly questioned the current organisational structure of the party and attempted to restructure key leadership positions. However, these claims remain part of political reporting and have not been independently verified.
Claims of leadership changes and organisational reshuffle
As per the reported developments, the rebel group allegedly announced the removal of Mamata Banerjee from her position as party chairperson and suspended Abhishek Banerjee from organisational responsibilities. The group also claimed to have formed a new 30-member committee to manage party affairs, appointing senior leaders to key roles such as president, vice-president, general secretaries and treasurer.
The meeting reportedly included assertions that the party constitution had been violated due to delays in holding organisational executive meetings. The dissident camp is said to have claimed support from a section of MLAs and former councillors, though the exact numbers and legitimacy of these claims remain disputed within political circles.
Sharp reaction from TMC leadership
Following the reported meeting, voices from the official TMC leadership dismissed the developments, calling them politically motivated and lacking credibility. Party insiders reportedly described the move as an attempt to create confusion within the organisation, asserting that the party remains firmly under its established leadership.
Some leaders also indicated that show-cause notices were issued to those allegedly involved in the parallel meeting. The ruling faction maintained that the organisational structure of TMC remains unchanged and that any such declarations made outside official party channels hold no validity.
Political tension intensifies in West Bengal
The incident, as reported, has added another layer of tension to West Bengal’s already charged political environment. With both ruling and opposition camps closely watching the situation, the development has become a talking point in state politics. The internal conflict could mark one of the most significant organisational challenges for TMC in recent years. However, at this stage, the claims remain part of ongoing political reporting, with further clarity expected as official statements and responses emerge from both sides.
