Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee has issued an ultimatum to party Chairperson Mamata Banerjee, emphasizing the ongoing unrest within the party. He criticized party General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee’s behavior and warned of potential resignation if Mamata Banerjee does not choose between her nephew and old associates like him. The rebellion within the party is largely centered on discontent with Abhishek Banerjee’s leadership style and the party’s alleged transformation into a “corporate-managed organization.”
The dissent within the Trinamool Congress has escalated, with rebel MLAs and MPs expressing dissatisfaction with Abhishek Banerjee’s influence. The breakaway groups, including elected MLAs and Lok Sabha MPs, have challenged the party’s current leadership, positioning themselves as the “real Trinamool.” Criticism is also directed at the increasing role of political consultancy firm I-PAC, which is perceived to overshadow traditional party workers in decision-making processes. The rebellion underscores concerns about the party’s shift towards consultant-driven politics and away from its grassroots origins.
Senior Trinamool leaders have raised objections to Abhishek Banerjee’s leadership, attributing the party’s recent setbacks to his alleged corporate approach. The exclusion of veteran members and the perceived overreliance on celebrity candidates during elections have fueled internal discontent. The rebellion is characterized by an “Anti-Bhaipo (nephew)” sentiment, reflecting a personal opposition to Abhishek Banerjee’s authority within the party. The ongoing turmoil highlights a significant rift between the party’s traditional ethos of grassroots mobilization and the consultant-led strategies implemented under Abhishek Banerjee’s tenure.
