BJP MLA Tapas Roy said the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is heading toward a split following a crushing electoral defeat [1].

The instability threatens the leadership of Mamata Banerjee and the party's cohesion in West Bengal. Such a fracture could reshape the political landscape of the state as the TMC attempts to recover from its loss of power.

The party suffered a significant defeat in May 2026 [2] after holding power for 15 years [2]. This loss has led to growing internal dissent and speculation regarding factionalism within the party ranks.

Roy said the TMC is heading towards a split [1]. His comments suggest that the electoral failure has emboldened critics within the party to challenge the current leadership structure.

The TMC has denied that a mass exodus of legislators is occurring. An unnamed TMC spokesperson said the majority of their MLAs remain with Mamata [1].

Reports indicate that Banerjee is utilizing judicial interventions to maintain her political relevance amid the turmoil [2]. This strategy follows the party's struggle to stabilize its base after the May 2026 results [2].

The tension between the BJP's assertions and the TMC's internal claims reflects a broader battle for survival within the opposition party. While the BJP highlights signs of collapse, the TMC maintains that its core legislative strength remains intact [1].

“"The TMC is heading towards a split."”

The conflict between the BJP's claims and the TMC's denials signals a period of high vulnerability for Mamata Banerjee. After 15 years of dominance, the May 2026 defeat has created a power vacuum that rivals are attempting to exploit. If the BJP's predictions of a split prove accurate, the TMC could fragment into smaller factions, fundamentally altering the opposition's ability to challenge the current government in West Bengal.