Rebel MPs explore separate parliamentary grouping as political uncertainty grows within Trinamool Congress
The internal turmoil within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) intensified on Monday after more than 20 party MPs reportedly wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, fuelling speculation about the possibility of a separate parliamentary group or a new political formation.
According to sources, the MPs are exploring options regarding their future political alignment, with discussions underway on the possibility of forming a distinct bloc in the Lok Sabha. While no formal announcement has been made, reports suggest that sufficient numbers may be available for a separate grouping under parliamentary rules.
Political pressure mounts on Trinamool leadership
The latest development comes amid growing signs of dissent within the party following its recent electoral setback in West Bengal. The situation escalated after senior party leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy resigned from the Trinamool Congress, triggering a series of political meetings and consultations in New Delhi.
Sources said a group of Trinamool MPs first met Roy in the national capital, sparking speculation about possible political realignments within the party.
Meetings with senior leaders trigger speculation
According to reports, around 13 Lok Sabha MPs later participated in discussions with senior BJP leader and Union Minister Bhupender Yadav. Sources also claimed that West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari was present during the meeting, although there has been no official confirmation regarding the attendees.
The meetings have further intensified speculation about the future political course of the dissident MPs.
Support for NDA under discussion
Trinamool MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar claimed that nearly 20 MPs, including herself, had decided to extend support to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
According to her statement, a group of dissident MPs submitted a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressing their intention to align with the NDA.
“We accepted the poll verdict in Bengal and believe our future political course should be aligned with the NDA,” Dastidar said.
MPs linked to the developments
Sources identified several MPs who were reportedly associated with the recent meetings and discussions, including Prasun Banerjee, Sharmila Sarkar, Arup Chakraborty, Kalipada Soren, Jagadish Chandra Basunia, Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, Partha Bhowmick, Bapi Halder, Satabdi Roy, Asit Kumar Mal, June Malia, Abu Taher Khan and Khalilur Rahman.
However, party insiders suggested that the political situation remains fluid and that some leaders may eventually decide to remain within the Trinamool fold.
Sukhendu Sekhar Roy’s resignation adds momentum
The political developments follow Sukhendu Sekhar Roy’s resignation from the Trinamool Congress and the Rajya Sabha.
In his resignation letter, Roy criticised the party’s governance record and raised concerns about corruption, law and order, employment and public services. He also acknowledged the electoral mandate received by the BJP and said the new government had begun implementing its development agenda.
His departure has added to the uncertainty surrounding the future direction of the Trinamool Congress as it navigates one of the most challenging phases in its recent political history.
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