A significant political development is unfolding in the Lok Sabha, with Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs from West Bengal potentially realigning their stance. Originally holding 28 out of the state’s 42 Lok Sabha seats, the TMC is now facing internal dissent, as a considerable number of its MPs are reportedly leaning towards the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
The effective strength of TMC in the House currently stands at 27, with one seat vacant in Basirhat. Around 20 MPs are signaling a move to distance themselves from the party’s control and cooperate with the NDA as a separate group within Parliament.
This shift is being scrutinized under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution, known as the Anti-Defection Law, which requires the support of at least two-thirds of the Legislature Party for a split to be recognized. With reports suggesting that 20 MPs are in favor of the move, the dissident group claims to have surpassed the required number for a valid split without facing disqualification challenges.
If formalized, this group would not merge with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) but would function as an independent Parliamentary faction supporting the NDA’s legislative agenda. This move could significantly impact the power balance in the Lok Sabha, where the NDA currently commands 293 members out of 543.
