Mukul Roy, former Union Railway Minister, passes away after prolonged illness
Mukul Roy, a founding member of the Trinamool Congress and former Railway Minister, passed away at 71 years old on Monday morning. He suffered a cardiac arrest and was admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata where he had been battling several ailments. Roy, who served as a key advisor to Mamata Banerjee, played a pivotal role in the party's organization and its expansion into West Bengal politics. He also led the defections of many Congress leaders to the Trinamool Congress, significantly impacting the state's political landscape. Roy had been away from active politics due to his health for several years.
23 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her nephew Abhishek Banerjee expressed condolences for the passing of veteran politician Mukul Roy.
— The Hindu
Prime Minister Modi offered condolences following the death of former Union Minister Mukul Roy, who died from a cardiac arrest at age 71.
— The Hindu
Mukul Roy, a founding member of the Trinamool Congress and a key advisor to Mamata Banerjee, died on February 23, 2026.
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