20 Trinamool MPs claimed support for the NDA, says Kakoli.
Kolkata, The internal crisis in the Trinamool Congress deepened on Monday when senior party MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar claimed that about 20 MPs from the party have decided to support the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the center.
Kakoli said that Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has been informed of this decision. The Trinamool Congress has 28 members in the Lok Sabha and 12 members in the Rajya Sabha. In a conversation, Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar said that a letter has already been sent to the Lok Sabha Speaker to inform him of the group’s desire to support the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led alliance at the center.
Kakoli said, “About 20 Trinamool MPs, including myself, have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to inform him of our decision to support the NDA.” Kakoli claimed that she remains the party’s chief whip in the Lok Sabha. She said the decision was taken after consulting with fellow MPs.
This development comes amid a growing internal crisis within Mamata Banerjee’s party. Recent days have seen open dissent and resignations by senior leaders in the Trinamool Congress. Kakoli said the group has decided to politically align with the NDA.
Kakoli argued that this reflects the people’s mandate. She said, “We have accepted the people’s decision, and we believe our future political path should align with the NDA.” The Trinamool Congress leadership has not yet responded to these claims.
Kolkata
Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is a major cultural and commercial hub in eastern India, founded in 1690 by the British East India Company. It served as the capital of British India until 1911 and played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement, being the birthplace of the Bengali Renaissance. Today, it is renowned for its colonial architecture, vibrant arts scene, and iconic landmarks like the Victoria Memorial and Howrah Bridge.
Kolkata
Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal and served as the capital of British India until 1911. Founded in 1690 by the British East India Company, the city grew rapidly as a major colonial trading hub and cultural center. Today, it is renowned for its rich artistic heritage, historic architecture, and as the birthplace of the Bengali Renaissance and Indian independence movements.
Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha, or House of the People, is the lower house of India’s bicameral Parliament, established under the Constitution of India in 1952. It represents the citizens of India, with members directly elected by the people for a five-year term. The first Lok Sabha convened on April 17, 1952, following the country’s first general elections, and it serves as the primary legislative body responsible for making laws and overseeing the government.
Rajya Sabha
The Rajya Sabha, or the Council of States, is the upper house of India’s bicameral
Kolkata
Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is a major cultural and commercial hub in eastern India, founded in 1690 by the British East India Company. It served as the capital of British India until 1911 and was a center of the Indian independence movement, fostering a rich legacy in literature, art, and cinema. Today, the city is famous for its colonial architecture, vibrant festivals like Durga Puja, and its enduring intellectual and artistic spirit.
Victoria Memorial
The Victoria Memorial in Kolkata, India, is a grand marble building dedicated to Queen Victoria, constructed between 1906 and 1921 during the British colonial era. Designed by architect William Emerson in an Indo-Saracenic style, it now serves as a museum and tourist attraction, housing extensive collections of paintings, manuscripts, and artifacts from the British Raj. The memorial stands as a prominent symbol of Kolkata’s colonial history and cultural heritage.
Howrah Bridge
The Howrah Bridge, officially renamed Rabindra Setu in 1965, is a iconic cantilever bridge spanning the Hooghly River in West Bengal, India. Completed in 1943 during World War II to replace a pontoon bridge, it was built without a single nut or bolt, using riveted steel plates. As one of the busiest bridges in the world, it serves as a vital link between the cities of Howrah and Kolkata, carrying over 100,000 vehicles and countless pedestrians daily.
Lok Sabha
Lok Sabha is the lower house of India’s bicameral Parliament, established in 1952 following the adoption of the Indian Constitution. Its members are directly elected by the people of India for a five-year term, and it plays a key role in lawmaking, budget approval, and holding the government accountable. The first Lok Sabha convened in April 1952, marking the beginning of India’s democratic parliamentary system.
Rajya Sabha
The Rajya Sabha, or the Council of States, is the upper house of India’s bicameral Parliament, established in 1952 under the Constitution of India. It represents the states and union territories, with members elected by state legislatures and appointed by the President, serving staggered six-year terms. Unlike the Lok Sabha, it is a permanent body that cannot be dissolved, providing continuity and review in the legislative process.
Bengali Renaissance
The Bengali Renaissance was a cultural, social, and intellectual movement that flourished in Bengal (now Bangladesh and the Indian state of West Bengal) during the 19th and early 20th centuries. It marked a period of profound change, blending Hindu and Islamic traditions with Western ideas, and produced pioneering figures in literature, science, and social reform, such as Rabindranath Tagore and Swami Vivekananda. This era challenged orthodox practices like sati and caste discrimination, laying the groundwork for modern Indian nationalism and the region’s rich cultural identity.
