Abhishek Banerjee attack: 5 arrested after mob assault on TMC MP in South 24 Parganas' Sonarpur
Mob violence against a political leader raises serious concerns about safety and rule of law.
Abhishek Banerjee, TMC national general secretary, was attacked by a mob in Sonarpur, West Bengal while visiting the family of a victim of post-poll violence. Videos show the attack involving dozens of people throwing eggs, stones, and abusing him, shouting "thief, thief". Mamata Banerjee, TMC supremo, has questioned the security surrounding Banerjee and raised concerns about his treatment at a private hospital.
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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