The question of who will succeed Mamata Banerjee as the leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and potentially as Chief Minister of West Bengal is stirring significant debate within the party.
Source:- BBC news
Abhishek Banerjee, Mamata’s nephew and the party’s general secretary, is widely seen as the frontrunner for this role. Senior TMC leaders, including Kunal Ghosh and Saugata Roy, have publicly endorsed Abhishek, describing him as the natural successor and the “bearer” of Mamata’s legacy. However, some leaders insist that Mamata will continue to lead the party for the foreseeable future, emphasizing her enduring influence and leadership abilities.
Source:- news 18
This internal debate coincides with external criticism from opposition parties, like the BJP, who dismiss the TMC’s prospects in upcoming elections and challenge the party’s focus on succession rather than governance.
Mamata Banerjee herself has downplayed the succession discussions, stressing collaboration between the party’s younger and older leaders. Meanwhile, the debate highlights the TMC’s strategic challenges as it seeks to balance internal unity with electoral preparations.
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