TMC Faces Biggest Political Crisis in Years
The internal turmoil within All India Trinamool Congress has deepened dramatically after senior party leader Kalyan Banerjee issued a direct ultimatum to party chief Mamata Banerjee.
Speaking to the media, Kalyan Banerjee said that Mamata Banerjee must decide whether she stands with him or with Abhishek Banerjee.
The remarks came after he was reportedly removed from a legal matter related to the alleged fake signature case.
Kalyan Banerjee Targets Abhishek Banerjee
Kalyan Banerjee accused Abhishek Banerjee of sidelining senior leaders within the party.
According to him:
- Senior leaders are not being respected.
- Decision-making has become centralized.
- Trust within the organization has weakened.
- The current leadership style is damaging the party.
He also claimed that he was informed about a change of legal representation late at night, describing the move as humiliating.
Third Rajya Sabha MP Resigns
Adding to the crisis, Prakash Chik Baraik resigned from both the Rajya Sabha and the party.
His resignation follows the departures of:
- Sushmita Dev
- Sukhendu Sekhar Roy
Within just four days, three Rajya Sabha members have reportedly stepped away from the party.
Prakash Baraik’s Statement
After submitting his resignation, Baraik indicated that the political situation in West Bengal influenced his decision.
He stated that recent electoral trends suggested changing public sentiment and hinted that his future political plans would become clear over time.
His comment, “I am not old yet; time will tell what comes next,” has triggered speculation about his next political move.
Family Member Also Attacks Leadership
Kalyan Banerjee’s son, Shirsanya Bandyopadhyay, also criticized Abhishek Banerjee.
According to him:
- Abhishek does not trust many party leaders.
- A parallel leadership structure is being developed.
- Experienced leaders are being ignored despite years of service.
His remarks further exposed the growing divide within the party.
TMC Leaders Deny Defection Reports
Amid reports of a larger split, TMC MP Pratima Mondal rejected speculation about joining the NDA.
She challenged those making the claims to publicly produce any letter carrying her signature and reiterated her loyalty to TMC.
Shatrughan Sinha Congratulates PM Modi
Meanwhile, senior TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha congratulated Narendra Modi on completing 12 years in office.
His social media message describing Modi as a guide for the nation attracted significant political attention amid the ongoing party crisis.
Abhishek Banerjee Summoned in Signature Case
The political drama comes as the Calcutta High Court granted temporary relief to Abhishek Banerjee in the fake signature case.
However, the court directed him to appear before CID officials in Kolkata and cooperate with the investigation.
What Happens Next?
Political observers believe the coming weeks could be crucial for TMC.
Key possibilities include:
✅ Internal reconciliation efforts
✅ Further resignations
✅ Formation of a separate political bloc
✅ Legal battles over party legitimacy
✅ Impact on INDIA alliance politics
With public disagreements now out in the open, the focus remains on whether Mamata Banerjee can prevent further damage and restore unity within the party.
