NEW DELHI: In a major setback for Mamata Banerjee, expelled Trinamool Congress leader Ritabrata Banerjee claimed on Wednesday that assembly Speaker Rathindra Bose had appointed him as the leader of the opposition in the state assembly. Ritabrata further claimed that the Speaker has accepted the rebel group’s claim for legislature party status”We are real and main opposition in West Bengal assembly according to parliamentary norms,” Ritabrata said. “Javed Khan, Sandeepan Saha, Sabina Yasmin, Shiuli Saha to be deputy leaders of TMC legislature party,” he added.Also Read | Why TMC revolt is about Abhishek Banerjee, not MamataAddressing a press briefing, Ritabrata requested Mamata Banerjee to the play role of chief adviser of TMC legislature party.The move marks a dramatic escalation of the crisis within the TMC, with the rebel camp claiming control of the party’s legislature wing following the party’s defeat in the recent assembly elections. Ritabrata, who was expelled from the TMC earlier, said the rebel group consisted of the 58 legislators elected on the party symbol and claimed that two more MLAs were likely to join them.Also Read | TMC split on display: Rebel leaders attend CM Suvendu Adhikari’s review meetingEarlier in the day, the rebel MLAs submitted letters of support to the Speaker, comfortably crossing the two-thirds threshold required under the anti-defection law for a breakaway faction to avoid disqualification. The rebel camp also proposed a new leadership structure, naming Banerjee as legislature party leader, with Javed Khan, Sandipan Saha and Shiuli Saha as deputy leaders and Akhruzzaman as chief whip.Despite challenging the authority of TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, the rebels stopped short of directly confronting Mamata Banerjee. In their communication to the Speaker, they continued to recognise her as the party’s chairperson while rejecting her nephew’s role in the legislature party’s affairs.The developments prompted the TMC to dissolve all its organisational committees across West Bengal and announce a review of the party structure. The rebellion is widely seen as the biggest internal challenge faced by the party since its formation.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 MediaVideosModi Cabinet Approves ATF Price Stabilisation Fund, Unveils Scheme To Reduce Delhi Air PollutionWhy The 58-MLA Rebel Claim Could Become A Major Test For Mamata Banerjee?Delhi Malviya Nagar Restaurant Fire: 21 Dead, 47 Rescued in Massive Blaze | WatchIndia’s Oman Bet: A Strategy To Reduce Fuel Shock Risks Beyond HormuzRBI Rejects Claims of $12 Billion Gold Sale, Says India’s Gold Stock Remains UnchangedKhan Sir Alleges Rival Coaching Attack In Patna, Police Say CCTV Shows No Evidence Of FiringTwo TMC Councillors Arrested In A Day As Corruption Crackdown IntensifiesVande Mataram Row Erupts In Bengal: AIMPLB Opposes Mandatory Singing In Schools, MadrasasNishikant Dubey Targets Nehru-Gandhi Family Over Partition, Calls June 3 Plan A ‘National Betrayal’Jana Sena Eyes Telangana Expansion As Pawan Kalyan Vows Statewide Campaign | Watch123PhotostoriesKangana Ranaut skips fast fashion, embraces handloom royalty in Gaurang Shah’s majestic Kanjeevaram sareeBenefits of Tulsi Mala according to hindu traditions8 metro corridors driving residential growth and transforming India’s urban housing landscapeGreen anacondas can do THIS? 10 facts that may surprise youKatrina Kaif to Kareena Kapoor Khan: Bollywood actresses who became mothers after 40 and broke stereotypesLalit Modi’s crores-worth London mansion is a 7,000 sq ft cricketing den with signed jerseys, lavish interiors and a private liftUttarakhand’s Valley of Flowers is now open for 2026: Everything travellers need to know before visitingLove vs ego: 7 powerful differences that can make or break your relationship7 royal palaces in India that are now luxury hotelsSummer travel making you feel sick? Try these 8 home remedies that can beat nausea naturally123Hot PicksDelhi Restaurant FireTrump tariffsLalit ModiSuryakumar YadavPune airportSouthwest monsoonMumbai rainsRBI GoldSection 301Top TrendingDelhi Malviya Nagar Restaurant FireBengaluru MurderK AnnamalaiPatrik LaineTwisha Sharma Death CaseDK ShivakumarKarnataka Family MurderSouth Delhi Building CollapseMamata BanerjeeAbhishek Banerjee
NEW DELHI: In a major setback for Mamata Banerjee, expelled Trinamool Congress leader Ritabrata Banerjee claimed on Wednesday that assembly Speaker Rathindra Bose had appointed him as the leader of the opposition in the state assembly. Ritabrata further claimed that the Speaker has accepted the rebel group’s claim for legislature party status“We are real and main opposition in West Bengal assembly according to parliamentary norms,” Ritabrata said. “Javed Khan, Sandeepan Saha, Sabina Yasmin, Shiuli Saha to be deputy leaders of TMC legislature party,” he added.Also Read | Why TMC revolt is about Abhishek Banerjee, not MamataAddressing a press briefing, Ritabrata requested Mamata Banerjee to the play role of chief adviser of TMC legislature party.The move marks a dramatic escalation of the crisis within the TMC, with the rebel camp claiming control of the party’s legislature wing following the party’s defeat in the recent assembly elections. Ritabrata, who was expelled from the TMC earlier, said the rebel group consisted of the 58 legislators elected on the party symbol and claimed that two more MLAs were likely to join them.Also Read | TMC split on display: Rebel leaders attend CM Suvendu Adhikari’s review meetingEarlier in the day, the rebel MLAs submitted letters of support to the Speaker, comfortably crossing the two-thirds threshold required under the anti-defection law for a breakaway faction to avoid disqualification. The rebel camp also proposed a new leadership structure, naming Banerjee as legislature party leader, with Javed Khan, Sandipan Saha and Shiuli Saha as deputy leaders and Akhruzzaman as chief whip.Despite challenging the authority of TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, the rebels stopped short of directly confronting Mamata Banerjee. In their communication to the Speaker, they continued to recognise her as the party’s chairperson while rejecting her nephew’s role in the legislature party’s affairs.The developments prompted the TMC to dissolve all its organisational committees across West Bengal and announce a review of the party structure. The rebellion is widely seen as the biggest internal challenge faced by the party since its formation.
