TMC's Internal Turmoil: Leaders Speak Out After Crushing Election Defeat

After a sharp electoral defeat to the BJP, Trinamool Congress faces internal strife. Leaders like Manoj Tewari and Riju Dutta publicly criticized party management and highlighted their neglect. Meanwhile, actor-MP Dev called for unity and cultural freedom under the new government. Officially, TMC distanced itself from individual allegations.

In the wake of a harsh electoral defeat to the BJP, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) finds itself embroiled in internal controversy, as several leaders openly criticized the party's handling of recent events. Prominent figures such as former junior sports minister Manoj Tewari have publicly blamed senior party members for the TMC's faltering performance.

Tewari, who was notably denied a party ticket for the 2026 elections, accused senior minister Aroop Biswas of obstructing developmental projects due to personal insecurities. He detailed how his efforts to establish a sports hub in Howrah were thwarted, hinting at internal politics affecting governance and development.

Meanwhile, TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta and actor-MP Dev have stressed the need for accountability and cultural unity as the BJP assumes power. Dutta highlighted his grievances regarding the party's inaction during electoral violence, while Dev urged the new government to preserve cultural integrity in West Bengal.