Between 58 and 60 Trinamool Congress MLAs have split from the party to form a breakaway faction called Real TMC [1, 2].
This internal rebellion threatens the stability of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) in West Bengal. The scale of the defection could potentially shift the legislative balance and challenge the leadership structure of the party.
The new group, also referred to as Asli TMC, emerged from growing resentment among lawmakers [1, 2]. These members are opposing the perceived dominance of Abhishek Banerjee in party affairs [1, 2].
Reports on the exact size of the rebellion vary slightly between sources. One report indicates that more than 60 MLAs have joined the faction [1], while another source states the number is 58 [2].
The conflict centers on the internal power dynamics of the AITC. The dissident MLAs have chosen to brand themselves as the real version of the party to challenge the current administration's direction [1, 2].
West Bengal remains the primary site of this political struggle. The breakaway group represents a significant portion of the party's legislative presence in the state [1, 2].
“Between 58 and 60 Trinamool Congress MLAs have split from the party”
The formation of the Real TMC suggests a deep systemic rift within the AITC regarding succession and influence. By challenging Abhishek Banerjee, the breakaway faction is not merely protesting policy but is contesting the party's internal hierarchy. If the faction maintains its numbers, it could weaken the party's majority in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly and create a volatile environment for future governance in the state.
