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Mamata banerjee faces party crisis as mp resigns again

TMC Crisis Deepens | MP Resignation Raises Questions About Mamata Banerjee's Leadership

By

Liam O'Shea

Jun 11, 2026, 12:31 PM

Edited By

Mika Tanaka

Updated

Jun 12, 2026, 01:01 AM

2 minutes to read

Mamata Banerjee addressing media with a concerned expression after party member resigns

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is spiraling into a crisis as MP Sushmita Dev's resignation from the Rajya Sabha marks the second exit this month, further eroding Mamata Banerjee's control over the party. With 58 of its 80 MLAs in revolt, a storm is brewing around Banerjee's leadership.

Internal Strife Intensifies

Dev’s departure amplifies growing discord within the party. Analysts suggest that the cracks have surfaced due to the leadership's failure to build a robust support layer. As one commentator noted, "Mamata built the party so completely around herself that there’s basically no second layer to hold things together when people start walking."

The Implications for TMC's Future

With dissent rampant, concerns about TMC's stability loom large. The recent resignations highlight fatal vulnerabilities within TMC’s structure.

Key Themes Emerging from Discussions

  1. Unraveling Leadership: As more MPs resign, people are increasingly wondering about Banerjee's capacity to lead effectively. One observer pointed out, *"The leadership's grip looks weak."

  2. Visible Discontent: Comments indicate that the current wave of exits reflects pre-existing frustrations within the party.

  3. Instability Ahead: If resignations continue, TMC could face serious challenges in maintaining its legislative strength.

Ground Sentiment

The atmosphere surrounding TMC is decidedly negative. Many believe the party is reaching its breaking point.

  • "TMC feels like it’s running on borrowed time," reported a participant.

  • Another remarked, *"This isn’t looking good for them."

Key Highlights

  • πŸ”” 58 out of 80 MLAs are rebelling against TMC leadership

  • ⚠️ Dev's exit signals deeper issues within the party

  • πŸ” "Mamata built the party there’s no second layer" - Insight from analysts

As the pressures mount, it remains unclear how Mamata Banerjee will navigate these turbulent waters to restore her party’s unity and effectiveness. TMC may face more resignations in the near future, with analysts predicting that at least 30% of MLAs are growing increasingly skeptical about the party's future direction.

History Repeating Itself?

This situation draws parallels to past political upheavals, where failure to address internal dissent led to regime changes. If TMC doesn’t manage to stabilize quickly, it may risk fading influence in West Bengal politics.