ECI Grants Ritabrata Banerjee's TMC Faction 19-Day Extension, Sparking Procedural Critique
The Election Commission granted the Ritabrata Banerjee faction of the Trinamool Congress an extension until July 25 to respond to notices regarding organisational elections and authorised signatories, originally due by July 6. The Mamata Banerjee-led faction submitted its response on July 6, rejecting Ritabrata's claim over the party. ECI met with Ritabrata’s faction earlier this month, prompting criticism from Mamata supporters who alleged procedural violations. Derek O’Brien and Mahua Moitra questioned the extended time given to Ritabrata’s group. Published - July 15, 2026.
18 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
Following Mamata Banerjee's defeat, the TMC is divided and must hold separate rallies to commemorate the 1993 police firing, with one faction permitted to hold a rally near Birla Planetarium.
19 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Opposition parties walked out of an all-party meeting convened by the Centre due to the inclusion of a breakaway Trinamool faction.
21 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Mamata Banerjee called for unity among INDIA bloc constituents during the Martyrs' Day rally, urging Congress and CPI(M) to cooperate and rejecting TMC rebels.
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