NEW DELHI: At least 20 TMC MPs have submitted a letter to the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressing their desire to ally with the BJP-led NDA, PTI reported citing party lawmaker Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar on Monday.This came after rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee called Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Shekhar Ray’s resignation from the party and the Upper House as a sign of widening dissent against the official leadership.”Ray is a senior leader, and his resignation marks the unity of will among us and a significant section of party leaders who are outside the state assembly. Kolkata’s distance from Delhi is barely 1,435 km, and the number of disillusioned TMC parliamentarians is very likely to go up. That development can happen with each passing hour from now,” PTI quoted Ritabrata saying.”I sat in the last bench in the Parliament for 15 months and witnessed junior leaders and RTI activists being awarded front seats. Parliamentary performance was never the yardstick of judgement. I felt terrible for Sukhenduda, who also allotted the last bench,” he added.The contrasting scenes in Delhi highlighted the party’s internal turmoil: while Mamata Banerjee and the TMC leadership attended the INDIA bloc meeting, a group of dissident MPs reportedly convened at Bhupender Yadav’s residence.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi HC Issues Notice To Centre, CBSE On Plea Challenging Class 12 OSM Evaluation ProcessSukhendu Sekhar Ray Resigns From TMC And Rajya Sabha Amid Growing RebellionNo Tamil Nadu Party Attends INDIA Bloc Meeting As TVK, DMK Stay AwayShamli Conversion Row: Gym Trainer, Father Held After Businessman Alleges Son Was Trapped, ConvertedTMC’s Jahangir Khan Arrested Near Nepal Border: The Rise, Controversy & Fall Of Falta’s StrongmanNazia Elahi Khan Writes To Yogi Adityanath Seeking Ban On Weapons During Muharram ProcessionsJaipur Sees 24-Hour Internet Suspension; SOG Identifies 100+ Doctors In Fake FMG Certificate RacketAshok Gehlot Reopens 2022 Congress Presidential Race Debate, Alleges ‘Conspiracy’ Behind LeadershipTMC Headquarters Faces Fresh Trouble As Property Owner Seeks Police Help To Evict PartyNepal Clarifies It Sought Historical Records From UK, Not Mediation In Border Dispute With India123PhotostoriesSpecific praise to reward system: 7 positive reinforcement strategies that help children thrive and succeedIs your office AC making you sick? Signs you shouldn’t ignore10 deadly snakes found in the forests of Northeast India: What travellers should know before planning a tripSara Ali Khanto Parineeti Chopra: 8 Bollywood actresses with impressive educational qualificationsInside Jennifer Winget’s lavish Goa mansion: Private pool, cozy corners and breathtaking viewsToothless snakes: Meet the unusual serpents that thrive without fangs5 proven benefits of face yoga that can transform your skinIs your teenager unable to realize they are in bad company? Tell them to look for these 7 signsWorld Brain Tumour Day: When forgetfulness is a warning sign; expert shares early brain tumor symptomsFrom Vanki to Kasu Mala:Decoding the traditional temple jewellery trousseau123Hot PicksNEET UG 2026 re-examKerala HSCAP Plus one trial allotmentCockroach janta partyIran AttackSachin TendulkarStock market crashDU Professor MurderSukhendu SekharPraggnanandhaaTop TrendingStock Market TodayStock market crashJaipur internet banIndia vs Afghanistan ScoreDriving Licence ValidityDelhi ITI admission 2026Sukhendu Sekhar Roy ResignationGurgaon Double MurderKerala HSCAP resultDU Professor Murder
NEW DELHI: At least 20 TMC MPs have submitted a letter to the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressing their desire to ally with the BJP-led NDA, PTI reported citing party lawmaker Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar on Monday.This came after rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee called Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Shekhar Ray’s resignation from the party and the Upper House as a sign of widening dissent against the official leadership.“Ray is a senior leader, and his resignation marks the unity of will among us and a significant section of party leaders who are outside the state assembly. Kolkata’s distance from Delhi is barely 1,435 km, and the number of disillusioned TMC parliamentarians is very likely to go up. That development can happen with each passing hour from now,” PTI quoted Ritabrata saying.“I sat in the last bench in the Parliament for 15 months and witnessed junior leaders and RTI activists being awarded front seats. Parliamentary performance was never the yardstick of judgement. I felt terrible for Sukhenduda, who also allotted the last bench,” he added.The contrasting scenes in Delhi highlighted the party’s internal turmoil: while Mamata Banerjee and the TMC leadership attended the INDIA bloc meeting, a group of dissident MPs reportedly convened at Bhupender Yadav’s residence.
