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Speculation around a possible merger of TMC into Congress has intensified following meetings between Mamata Banerjee, Sonia Gandhi, and Abhishek Banerjee with Rahul Gandhi in Delhi.
Reports suggest Sonia Gandhi has proposed the merger, but internal disagreements may complicate the process.
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The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing significant internal challenges, with reports of rebellion and defections. Mamata Banerjee recently met Sonia Gandhi in Delhi, while her nephew Abhishek Banerjee held discussions with Rahul Gandhi. According to reports, Sonia Gandhi has proposed a merger of TMC into Congress, aiming to strengthen Congress ahead of the 2029 elections. However, internal disagreements, particularly involving Abhishek Banerjee, may hinder the process.
The TMC has seen a wave of resignations and defections. On Wednesday, Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev resigned from the party. Over the last three days, two other Rajya Sabha MPs have also left. Earlier, on June 8, Sukhen Shekhar resigned from both the Rajya Sabha and the party. In total, 22 MPs have left TMC, including 20 Lok Sabha MPs and 2 Rajya Sabha MPs. Additionally, 58 of TMC's 80 MLAs have formed a separate group, leaving Mamata Banerjee with only 22 MLAs.
The BJP's expansion across states has been linked to the weakening of regional parties, including TMC. Political experts suggest that regional parties face challenges competing against BJP's resources and strategy. Some reports indicate that Congress is leveraging this situation to consolidate its position by absorbing regional parties like TMC.
Mamata Banerjee's meetings with Congress leaders have sparked speculation about her party's future. While Sonia Gandhi's offer for a merger appears to be a strategic move, the outcome remains uncertain due to internal dynamics within TMC.