TMC Rift Intensifies as Kalyan Banerjee Targets Rebel MPs
Senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and Lok Sabha MP Kalyan Banerjee has accused rebel MPs within the party of aligning themselves with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), escalating the political turmoil that has gripped the party following recent developments in West Bengal. Banerjee described the dissident lawmakers as “traitors” and alleged that their actions were helping the BJP weaken the party founded by Mamata Banerjee.
Moreover, his remarks come amid claims by a rebel faction that a significant number of TMC MPs are prepared to support the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Parliament.
Rebel MPs Claim Support for NDA
The controversy intensified after rebel MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar claimed that around 20 TMC MPs had expressed their desire to support the NDA and had communicated their position to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. The rebel camp has argued that its move reflects the political realities emerging after the recent West Bengal Assembly elections.
Furthermore, reports indicate that members of the dissident group held discussions with senior BJP leaders in New Delhi, fueling speculation about a possible realignment in national politics.
Kalyan Banerjee Calls Rebels ‘Traitors’
Responding to the developments, Kalyan Banerjee strongly criticized the rebel MPs and warned them against underestimating TMC chief Mamata Banerjee. He asserted that the party remains committed to its political ideology and accused the dissidents of betraying the mandate under which they were elected.
Additionally, Banerjee challenged the rebels to resign from their parliamentary positions and seek a fresh mandate from voters if they wished to pursue a different political path.
Unprecedented Crisis Within TMC
The latest dispute is part of a broader internal crisis facing the Trinamool Congress. Following the party’s defeat in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, several MLAs and MPs have publicly questioned the party’s leadership and direction.
Moreover, the rebellion has spread from the state assembly to Parliament, creating one of the most serious challenges in the party’s nearly three-decade history.
Questions Over Party Unity
Political observers believe the ongoing conflict could have significant implications for the future of the TMC both in West Bengal and at the national level. If the rebel faction succeeds in consolidating support among MPs and legislators, it could trigger a prolonged battle over the party’s organizational control and political identity.
Furthermore, the developments have raised questions about the party’s influence within the opposition INDIA bloc and its ability to function as a united political force.
Mamata Banerjee Faces Major Political Challenge
As the crisis unfolds, Mamata Banerjee and senior party leaders are attempting to contain the rebellion and maintain unity within the organization. Meetings have been held with loyalist leaders and MPs as the leadership seeks to prevent further defections.
Consequently, the coming days are expected to be crucial in determining whether the party can overcome the internal divisions or whether the split will deepen further.
Conclusion
Kalyan Banerjee’s accusation that rebel TMC MPs are siding with the BJP highlights the growing tensions within the Trinamool Congress. With dissident lawmakers claiming support for the NDA and party loyalists branding them as traitors, the political battle within the TMC has entered a critical phase.
Moreover, as the party grapples with one of the most significant internal crises in its history, the outcome could reshape the political landscape of West Bengal and influence opposition politics at the national level.
