TMC Split: Why Mamata's Party Name And Symbol Are Frozen
Nearly 28 years after Mamata Banerjee founded the All India Trinamool Congress, the Election Commission of India has frozen the party’s name and its ‘gr…
Nearly 28 years after Mamata Banerjee founded the All India Trinamool Congress, the Election Commission of India has frozen the party’s name and its ‘grass and flowers’ symbol amid competing claims to the organisation.
ECI cites rival claims
In its 14-page order dated September 17, 2026, the ECI said two rival groups are now claiming to be the party.
One group is led by Ms. Banerjee, while the other is led by Arup Roy.
The Commission said the dispute requires “substantive determination”.
Until that determination is made, neither group can use the All India Trinamool Congress name or its symbol.
Ms. Banerjee had set up the party and designed its ‘grass and flowers’ symbol almost 28 years earlier.
The report was published on September 23, 2026, at 12:29 pm IST.
Source: The Hindu
Frequently asked questions
Why has the Election Commission frozen the All India Trinamool Congress name and symbol?
The Election Commission of India froze the party name and its ‘grass and flowers’ symbol because two rival groups are claiming to be the party, requiring a substantive determination.
Who are the rival claimants to the All India Trinamool Congress?
One group is led by Mamata Banerjee, while the other is led by Arup Roy.
Can either group use the Trinamool Congress name or symbol now?
No. Until the Election Commission makes its determination, neither group can use the All India Trinamool Congress name or its ‘grass and flowers’ symbol.
When did the Election Commission issue its order?
The Election Commission issued its 14-page order on September 17, 2026.
Who founded the All India Trinamool Congress?
Mamata Banerjee founded the All India Trinamool Congress nearly 28 years earlier and designed its ‘grass and flowers’ symbol.
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