Mob attacks Trinamool leader Abhishek Banerjee; Mamata blames it on BJP
Political violence against a party leader raises concerns about safety and rule of law.
Abhishek Banerjee, general secretary of the Trinamool Congress, was attacked by a mob in Sonarpur, West Bengal on Saturday. The attack occurred during his visit to the residence of a party worker allegedly killed in post-poll violence. The mob threw eggs and shoes at Banerjee as security personnel attempted to shield him from the crowd chanting "chor chor" (thief thief).
3 JUN 2026
— Indian Express
The Trinamool Congress leadership dissolved all party committees and organizations in response to 60 of its 80 West Bengal MLAs defying the party's leadership.
— NDTV
The Trinamool Congress is experiencing a severe crisis following its West Bengal election defeat, marked by internal conflicts and leadership disputes.
— NDTV
Following a rebellion within the Trinamool Congress, Speaker Rathindra Bose approved Ritabrata Banerjee as the new Leader of the Opposition in West Bengal's assembly.
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